Waterfall Hikes Near Gillette, NJ

2,552 residents
New York Time Zone
25 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Gillette? There are 25 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Gillette. 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 40.6921°N, -74.4629°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Gillette

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

24 of 25 gauged

2 of 24 waterfalls near Gillette are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing Bushkill Falls Low Winona Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Low Marshall Falls Low Twin Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Clarke Falls Barely Flowing Lee Falls Barely Flowing Deer Leap Falls Low Dingmans Falls Low Factory Falls Low Fulmer Falls Low Silverthread Falls Low Denton Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Foul Rift Falls Low Pinchot Falls Barely Flowing Raymondskill Falls Barely Flowing Pottersville Falls Barely Flowing Scudders Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Low

Updated 37 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 85°F

Fri 86°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 85°F Sunny Best
Sun 83°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 84°F Sunny
Wed 85°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Thu 87°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Gillette

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 High Falls Roaring · 291 cfs 92nd percentile
  2. 2 Denton Falls Roaring · 291 cfs 92nd percentile
  3. 3 Tillman Falls Moderate · 50 cfs 25th percentile
  4. 4 Buttermilk Falls Low · 385 cfs 14th percentile
  5. 5 Foul Rift Falls Low · 5700 cfs 14th percentile
  6. 6 Marshall Falls Low · 385 cfs 14th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Gillette (5 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

46.9 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Gillette (19 waterfalls)

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

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

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

Pottersville Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

17.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Bass Lake Falls

47 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 25 Waterfalls Near Gillette

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

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

Pottersville Falls

25.7 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

17.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

9 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

47 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

43.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Bushkill Falls

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

Silverthread Falls

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

Dingmans Falls

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

Twin Falls

7.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winona Falls

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

Raymondskill Falls

45.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Deer Leap Falls waterfall

Deer Leap Falls

19.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Factory Falls waterfall

Factory Falls

19.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fulmer Falls waterfall

Fulmer Falls

19.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
Marshall Falls waterfall

Marshall Falls

30 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Marshalls Falls waterfall

Marshalls Falls

30 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Gillette

Are there free waterfalls near Gillette?

There are 15 free waterfalls near Gillette, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Gillette?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Gillette, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Gillette?

There are 19 dog-friendly waterfalls near Gillette, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Gillette?

There are 19 kid-friendly waterfalls near Gillette, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Gillette?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Gillette?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Gillette?

The tallest waterfall near Gillette is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Gillette?

Yes, 19 waterfalls near Gillette have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Gillette?

The closest waterfall to Gillette is Maple Falls, approximately 8.8 miles away.

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