Waterfall Hikes Near Emerson, NJ

7,281 residents
New York Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Emerson? There are 17 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

17 of 17 gauged

12 of 17 waterfalls near Emerson are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Strong Bushkill Falls Strong Winona Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Strong Twin Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Strong Dingmans Falls Strong Silverthread Falls Strong Pottersville Falls Moderate Rippowan Falls Moderate Verkeerder Kill Falls Roaring Stony Kill Falls Roaring Tillman Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 76°F

Aft 85°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 82°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 76°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 79°F Sunny
Tue 82°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 82°F Partly Sunny
Thu 84°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Emerson

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Raymondskill Falls Roaring · 9180 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Verkeerder Kill Falls Roaring · 1580 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Stony Kill Falls Roaring · 1580 cfs 99th percentile
  4. 4 Dingmans Falls Strong · 16 cfs 86th percentile
  5. 5 Silverthread Falls Strong · 16 cfs 86th percentile
  6. 6 Tillman Falls Strong · 50 cfs 86th percentile

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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

18.3 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

33.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Emerson (17 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

27 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

48.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Bass Lake Falls

31.2 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 17 Waterfalls Near Emerson

Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

18.3 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

27 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

31.6 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

33.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

48.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Bass Lake Falls

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

Pottersville Falls

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

Tillman Falls

33.8 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

13.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft
Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

4.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Bushkill Falls

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

Silverthread Falls

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

Dingmans Falls

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

Twin Falls

38.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winona Falls

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

Raymondskill Falls

36 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Emerson

Are there free waterfalls near Emerson?

There are 11 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 17 dog-friendly waterfalls near Emerson, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Emerson?

There are 17 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, 11 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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