Waterfall Hikes Near Great Notch, NJ

4,018 residents
New York Time Zone
22 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Great Notch? There are 22 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Great Notch. 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 40.8705°N, -74.2084°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Great Notch

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

21 of 22 gauged

21 waterfalls near Great Notch have live flow data today

Bass Lake Falls Moderate Bushkill Falls Moderate Winona Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Marshall Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Deer Leap Falls Moderate Dingmans Falls Moderate Factory Falls Moderate Fulmer Falls Moderate Silverthread Falls Moderate Foul Rift Falls Moderate Pinchot Falls Moderate Raymondskill Falls Moderate Pottersville Falls Moderate Rippowan Falls Moderate Tillman Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 100°F

Mon 87°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 88°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 96°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny
Thu 100°F Sunny Best
Fri 99°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 91°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Great Notch

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Pottersville Falls Moderate · 18 cfs 70th percentile
  2. 2 Bass Lake Falls Moderate · 92 cfs 60th percentile
  3. 3 Tillman Falls Moderate · 32 cfs 58th percentile
  4. 4 Foul Rift Falls Moderate · 3390 cfs 54th percentile
  5. 5 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 200 cfs 51st percentile
  6. 6 Marshall Falls Moderate · 200 cfs 51st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Great Notch (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

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

Rippowan Falls

37.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Great Notch (20 waterfalls)

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

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

42.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

10.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 22 Waterfalls Near Great Notch

Marshalls Falls waterfall

Marshalls Falls

23.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Pinchot Falls

49.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Great Notch

Are there free waterfalls near Great Notch?

There are 16 free waterfalls near Great Notch, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Great Notch?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Great Notch, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Great Notch?

There are 20 dog-friendly waterfalls near Great Notch, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Great Notch?

There are 20 kid-friendly waterfalls near Great Notch, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Great Notch?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Great Notch?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Great Notch?

The tallest waterfall near Great Notch is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Great Notch?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near Great Notch have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Great Notch?

The closest waterfall to Great Notch is Passaic Falls, approximately 3.4 miles away.

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