Waterfall Hikes Near Cedar Knolls, NJ

4,181 residents
New York Time Zone
35 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cedar Knolls? There are 35 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cedar Knolls. 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 40.8199°N, -74.4551°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cedar Knolls

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

34 of 35 gauged

5 of 34 waterfalls near Cedar Knolls are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing Bushkill Falls Low Winona Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Low Marshall Falls Low Twin Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Clarke Falls Low Lee Falls Low Snow Hill Falls Low Deer Leap Falls Low Dingmans Falls Low Factory Falls Low Fulmer Falls Low High Falls Low Silverthread Falls Low Denton Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Katrina Falls Roaring Foul Rift Falls Low Nevele Falls Strong Paradise Falls Low Pinchot Falls Barely Flowing Raymondskill Falls Barely Flowing Pottersville Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Moderate Scudders Falls Barely Flowing Shohola Falls Moderate Verkeerder Kill Falls Strong Tillman Falls Moderate

Updated 29 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 86°F

Aft 86°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 85°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 84°F Sunny
Sun 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 83°F Sunny
Wed 84°F Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Cedar Knolls

Updated 29 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Denton Falls Roaring · 310 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Katrina Falls Roaring · 310 cfs 96th percentile
  3. 3 High Falls Roaring · 310 cfs 96th percentile
  4. 4 Verkeerder Kill Falls Strong · 799 cfs 76th percentile
  5. 5 Nevele Falls Strong · 10 cfs 75th percentile
  6. 6 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 52 cfs 69th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cedar Knolls (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.

Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

46.9 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cedar Knolls (25 waterfalls)

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

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

42.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

25.7 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

17.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Bass Lake Falls

47 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 35 Waterfalls Near Cedar Knolls

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

42.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

46.9 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

25.7 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

17.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

9 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

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

Tillman Falls

36.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bushkill Falls waterfall

Bushkill Falls

44.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silverthread Falls waterfall

Silverthread Falls

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

Dingmans Falls

47.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

7.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winona Falls

46.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Raymondskill Falls waterfall

Raymondskill Falls

45.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Deer Leap Falls waterfall

Deer Leap Falls

19.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Factory Falls waterfall

Factory Falls

19.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fulmer Falls waterfall

Fulmer Falls

19.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
Marshall Falls waterfall

Marshall Falls

30 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Marshalls Falls waterfall

Marshalls Falls

30 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Pinchot Falls

36 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cedar Knolls

Are there free waterfalls near Cedar Knolls?

There are 19 free waterfalls near Cedar Knolls, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cedar Knolls?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cedar Knolls?

There are 25 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cedar Knolls, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cedar Knolls?

There are 26 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cedar Knolls, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Cedar Knolls?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cedar Knolls?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Cedar Knolls?

The tallest waterfall near Cedar Knolls is Verkeerder Kill Falls at 187 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cedar Knolls?

Yes, 23 waterfalls near Cedar Knolls have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cedar Knolls?

The closest waterfall to Cedar Knolls is Maple Falls, approximately 10.6 miles away.

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