Waterfall Hikes Near Franklin Lakes, NJ

11,007 residents

New_York Time Zone

31 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Franklin Lakes? There are 31 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Franklin Lakes. 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 41.0086°N, -74.2083°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Franklin Lakes

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

30 of 31 gauged

4 of 30 waterfalls near Franklin Lakes are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing Bushkill Falls Moderate Winona Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Moderate Marshall Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Deer Leap Falls Moderate Dingmans Falls Moderate Factory Falls Moderate Fulmer Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Silverthread Falls Moderate Denton Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Katrina Falls Roaring Foul Rift Falls Low Nevele Falls Low Pinchot Falls Low Raymondskill Falls Low Pottersville Falls Low Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Stony Kill Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Low Snow Hill Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 77°F

Tod 63°F Rain Showers Likely

Fri 65°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Sat 77°F Sunny Best

Sun 83°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Mon 83°F Mostly Sunny

Tue 89°F Mostly Sunny

Wed 88°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Know when to go.

Get a free email alert when waterfalls near Franklin Lakes hit peak flow. We only send when conditions are worth the trip — no weekly newsletters, no spam.

Find waterfalls to hike near Franklin Lakes

See All New Jersey Waterfall Hikes

Have your own travel site? Embed these waterfalls for free.

🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Franklin Lakes (6 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 Franklin Lakes (24 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

20.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

27.2 miles away

New Jersey

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

New Jersey

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 31 Waterfalls Near Franklin Lakes

Nevele Falls waterfall

Nevele Falls

19.5 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Marshall Falls waterfall

Marshall Falls

23.6 miles away

Pennsylvania

Easy

1.0 miles 200 ft

Marshalls Falls waterfall

Marshalls Falls

27.9 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Pinchot Falls waterfall

Pinchot Falls

21.6 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

26.8 miles away

New York

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

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

Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

21.9 miles away

New Jersey

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

High Falls waterfall

High Falls

45.4 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Franklin Lakes

Are there free waterfalls near Franklin Lakes?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Franklin Lakes, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Franklin Lakes?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Franklin Lakes, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Franklin Lakes?

There are 24 dog-friendly waterfalls near Franklin Lakes, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Franklin Lakes?

There are 24 kid-friendly waterfalls near Franklin Lakes, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Franklin Lakes?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Franklin Lakes?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Franklin Lakes?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Franklin Lakes?

Yes, 19 waterfalls near Franklin Lakes have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Franklin Lakes?

The closest waterfall to Franklin Lakes is Passaic Falls, approximately 5.6 miles away.

🏙️ Other Cities Near Franklin Lakes With Waterfalls

12,734 residents

Pompton Lakes, NJ

11,052 residents

10,068 residents

18,591 residents

19,456 residents

14,739 residents

11,217 residents

26,043 residents

10,975 residents

12,086 residents

Pompton Plains, NJ

10,941 residents

157,864 residents

Where to Stay

Hotels & Lodges Booking.com

Find hotels, lodges, and B&Bs near the trailhead

Cabins & Rentals VRBO

Browse vacation cabins and private rentals nearby

Glamping Hipcamp

Unique outdoor stays — tents, yurts, and treehouses

RV Rentals Outdoorsy

Rent a campervan or RV for your waterfall road trip

Some links are affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.