Waterfall Hikes Near Emerson, NJ

7,281 residents

New_York Time Zone

14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Emerson? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Emerson. 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 40.9748°N, -74.0240°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Emerson

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 14 gauged

14 waterfalls near Emerson have live flow data today

Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing Bushkill Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Dingmans Falls Barely Flowing Silverthread Falls Barely Flowing Pottersville Falls Barely Flowing Raymondskill Falls Low Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Stony Kill Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 22 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Partly Sunny · 73°F

Sun 90°F Sunny

Mon 88°F Mostly Sunny

Tue 95°F Sunny

Wed 90°F Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Thu 73°F Partly Sunny Best

Fri 69°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Sat 69°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Emerson (4 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

Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

47.2 miles away

Connecticut

Easy

1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Emerson (14 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

27.2 miles away

New Jersey

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

20.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Bass Lake Falls

New Jersey

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Emerson

Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

23.5 miles away

New Jersey

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

27.2 miles away

New Jersey

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

47.2 miles away

Connecticut

Easy

1.0 miles 200 ft

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

20.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Bass Lake Falls

New Jersey

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

10.7 miles away

New Jersey

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

39.7 miles away

New Jersey

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall

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Verkeerder Kill Falls

21.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

6.5 miles 700 ft

Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

21.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.0 miles 200 ft

Bushkill Falls waterfall

Bushkill Falls

21.4 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Silverthread Falls waterfall

Silverthread Falls

21.7 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Dingmans Falls waterfall

Dingmans Falls

7.9 miles away

Pennsylvania

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Raymondskill Falls waterfall

Raymondskill Falls

7.2 miles away

Pennsylvania

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Emerson

Are there free waterfalls near Emerson?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Emerson, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Emerson?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Emerson, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Emerson?

There are 14 dog-friendly waterfalls near Emerson, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Emerson?

There are 14 kid-friendly waterfalls near Emerson, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Emerson?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Emerson?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Emerson?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Emerson?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Emerson have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Emerson?

The closest waterfall to Emerson is Passaic Falls, approximately 9.5 miles away.

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