Waterfall Hikes Near Franklin, NJ

4,933 residents

New_York Time Zone

44 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Franklin? There are 44 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Franklin. 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 41.1101°N, -74.5886°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Franklin

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

43 of 44 gauged

27 of 43 waterfalls near Franklin are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 78°F

Tod 62°F Chance Rain Showers

Fri 66°F Chance Rain Showers

Sat 78°F Sunny Best

Sun 85°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Mon 84°F Mostly Sunny

Tue 88°F Mostly Sunny

Wed 88°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Franklin (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.

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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Franklin (28 waterfalls)

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

Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

39.7 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

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

All 44 Waterfalls Near Franklin

Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

39.7 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

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

Winona Falls

22.6 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.5 miles 300 ft

Bass Lake Falls

New Jersey

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Deer Leap Falls waterfall

Deer Leap Falls

45.9 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Factory Falls waterfall

Factory Falls

23.2 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Fulmer Falls waterfall

Fulmer Falls

23.2 miles away

Pennsylvania

Easy

1.0 miles 150 ft

Pinchot Falls waterfall

Pinchot Falls

21.6 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 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

Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

10.7 miles away

New Jersey

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Snow Hill Falls waterfall

Snow Hill Falls

32.9 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

Marshall Falls waterfall

Marshall Falls

23.6 miles away

Pennsylvania

Easy

1.0 miles 200 ft

Marshalls Falls waterfall

Marshalls Falls

32.5 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

34.2 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Franklin

Are there free waterfalls near Franklin?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Franklin?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Franklin?

There are 28 dog-friendly waterfalls near Franklin, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Franklin?

There are 29 kid-friendly waterfalls near Franklin, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Franklin?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Franklin?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Franklin?

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

Do any waterfalls near Franklin require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Franklin?

Yes, 30 waterfalls near Franklin have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Franklin?

The closest waterfall to Franklin is Tillman Falls, approximately 13.8 miles away.

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