Waterfall Hikes Near Cedar Knolls, NJ

4,181 residents
New York Time Zone
32 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cedar Knolls? There are 32 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

31 of 32 gauged

31 waterfalls near Cedar Knolls have live flow data today

Bass Lake Falls Moderate Bushkill Falls Moderate Winona Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Marshall Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Clarke Falls Moderate Lee 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 Denton Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Katrina Falls Moderate Foul Rift Falls Moderate Paradise Falls Moderate Pinchot Falls Moderate Raymondskill Falls Moderate Pottersville Falls Moderate Rippowan Falls Moderate Scudders Falls Low Shohola Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 89°F

Mon 86°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 89°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 97°F Sunny
Thu 99°F Sunny
Fri 99°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 91°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Cedar Knolls

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Pottersville Falls Moderate · 18 cfs 70th percentile
  2. 2 Bass Lake Falls Moderate · 92 cfs 60th percentile
  3. 3 Tillman Falls Moderate · 32 cfs 58th percentile
  4. 4 Foul Rift Falls Moderate · 3390 cfs 54th percentile
  5. 5 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 200 cfs 51st percentile
  6. 6 Twin Falls Moderate · 200 cfs 51st 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

34 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cedar Knolls (23 waterfalls)

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

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

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

Pottersville Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

42.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Bass Lake Falls

41.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 32 Waterfalls Near Cedar Knolls

Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

28.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

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

Clarke Falls

27.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Denton Falls waterfall

Denton Falls

35.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

36.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snow Hill Falls waterfall

Snow Hill Falls

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

Katrina Falls

35.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

10.7 miles away
New York
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
Shohola Falls waterfall

Shohola Falls

39.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

37.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cedar Knolls

Are there free waterfalls near Cedar Knolls?

There are 18 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 23 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cedar Knolls, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cedar Knolls?

There are 24 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 Buttermilk Falls at 165 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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