Waterfall Hikes Near Califon, NJ

939 residents
New York Time Zone
38 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Califon? There are 38 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Califon. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 40.7193°N, -74.8371°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Califon

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

37 of 38 gauged

2 of 37 waterfalls near Califon are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Moderate Buck Hill Falls Moderate Paradise Falls Moderate Bushkill Falls Moderate Winona Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Marshall Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Clarke Falls Moderate Indian Ladder Falls Moderate Leavitt Falls Moderate Lee Falls Moderate Spruce Cabin Falls Moderate Snow Hill Falls Moderate Deer Leap Falls Moderate Dingmans Falls Moderate Factory Falls Moderate Fulmer Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Silverthread Falls Moderate Falls of Schuylkill Roaring The Grotto Roaring Foul Rift Falls Moderate Hawk Falls Moderate Tobyhanna Falls Moderate High Falls Barely Flowing Ridgeway Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Pinchot Falls Moderate Raymondskill Falls Moderate Pottersville Falls Moderate Scudders Falls Low Shohola Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 98°F

Mon 86°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 87°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Wed 95°F Sunny
Thu 98°F Sunny Best
Fri 97°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 90°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Califon

Updated about 2 hours ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 The Grotto Roaring · 595 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Falls of Schuylkill Roaring · 595 cfs 96th percentile
  3. 3 Pottersville Falls Moderate · 18 cfs 70th percentile
  4. 4 Bass Lake Falls Moderate · 92 cfs 60th percentile
  5. 5 Tobyhanna Falls Moderate · 125 cfs 58th percentile
  6. 6 Tillman Falls Moderate · 32 cfs 58th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Califon (8 waterfalls)

Easy access waterfalls are drive-up or short-walk friendly. Perfect for families, casual visitors, or anyone who loves waterfalls but is "so-so" about hiking.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Califon (26 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

17 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

41.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

44 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

31.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

19.9 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 38 Waterfalls Near Califon

Clarke Falls waterfall

Clarke Falls

27.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Snow Hill Falls waterfall

Snow Hill Falls

32.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

46.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Paradise Falls waterfall

Paradise Falls

12.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft
Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

34 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Shohola Falls waterfall

Shohola Falls

39.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft

Spruce Cabin Falls

26.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Buck Hill Falls

24.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Leavitt Falls waterfall

Leavitt Falls

24.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Indian Ladder Falls waterfall

Indian Ladder Falls

44.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

34.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

42.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Ridgeway Falls

35.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

41.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Grotto waterfall

The Grotto

48 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hawk Falls waterfall

Hawk Falls

29 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft
Tobyhanna Falls waterfall

Tobyhanna Falls

20.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Falls of Schuylkill waterfall CC

Falls of Schuylkill

14.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Califon

Are there free waterfalls near Califon?

There are 24 free waterfalls near Califon, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Califon?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Califon, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Califon?

There are 26 dog-friendly waterfalls near Califon, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Califon?

There are 27 kid-friendly waterfalls near Califon, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Califon?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Califon, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Califon?

The shortest waterfall hike near Califon is Bass Lake Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Califon?

The tallest waterfall near Califon is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Califon require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Califon requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Califon?

Yes, 30 waterfalls near Califon have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Califon?

The closest waterfall to Califon is Pottersville Falls, approximately 4.7 miles away.

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