Waterfall Hikes Near Dover, NJ

18,426 residents
New_York Time Zone
39 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Dover? There are 39 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Dover. 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 40.8859°N, -74.5597°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Dover

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

38 of 39 gauged

1 of 38 waterfalls near Dover is flowing strongly today

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

Updated 28 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Partly Sunny · 66°F

Aft 61°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Fri 66°F Partly Sunny Best
Sat 54°F Rain
Sun 61°F Rain then Rain Showers
Mem 70°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 80°F Mostly Cloudy
Wed 83°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Dover (7 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

23.5 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Dover (25 waterfalls)

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

Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

10.7 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

10.7 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

35.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

39.7 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 39 Waterfalls Near Dover

Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

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

Clarke Falls

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

Denton Falls

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

High Falls

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

Snow Hill Falls

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

Katrina Falls

33.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

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

Paradise Falls

25.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft
Shohola Falls waterfall

Shohola Falls

26.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft
Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

33.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Spruce Cabin Falls

24.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Buck Hill Falls

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

Leavitt Falls

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

Indian Ladder Falls

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

High Falls

29.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

21.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

11.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ridgeway Falls

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

Little Falls

28.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Dover

Are there free waterfalls near Dover?

There are 21 free waterfalls near Dover, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Dover?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Dover, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Dover?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Dover?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Dover?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Dover?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Dover?

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

Do any waterfalls near Dover require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Dover?

Yes, 30 waterfalls near Dover have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Dover?

The closest waterfall to Dover is Pottersville Falls, approximately 15.2 miles away.

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