Waterfall Hikes Near Hackettstown, NJ

10,111 residents
New York Time Zone
42 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hackettstown? There are 42 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Hackettstown. 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 40.8540°N, -74.8257°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hackettstown

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

41 of 42 gauged

1 of 41 waterfalls near Hackettstown is flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Moderate Buck Hill Falls Moderate Paradise Falls Moderate Bushkill Falls Low Winona Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Moderate Marshall Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Clarke Falls Barely Flowing Indian Ladder Falls Barely Flowing Leavitt Falls Barely Flowing Lee Falls Barely Flowing Spruce Cabin Falls Barely Flowing Snow Hill Falls Barely Flowing Darbytown Falls Low Deer Leap Falls Barely Flowing Dingmans Falls Barely Flowing Factory Falls Barely Flowing Fulmer Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Silverthread Falls Barely Flowing Denton Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Katrina Falls Barely Flowing Foul Rift Falls Low Great Falls of the Lehigh Low Hawk Falls Moderate Tobyhanna Falls Moderate High Falls Barely Flowing Ridgeway Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Wangum Falls Barely Flowing Pinchot Falls Moderate Raymondskill Falls Moderate Pottersville Falls Moderate Scudders Falls Moderate Shohola Falls Strong Tillman Falls Low

Updated 29 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 100°F

Tue 89°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 94°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 100°F Sunny Best
Fri 100°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 96°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 87°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Hackettstown

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Shohola Falls Roaring · 48 cfs 90th percentile
  2. 2 Scudders Falls Moderate · 81 cfs 61st percentile
  3. 3 Pottersville Falls Moderate · 17 cfs 58th percentile
  4. 4 Tobyhanna Falls Moderate · 101 cfs 42nd percentile
  5. 5 Hawk Falls Moderate · 101 cfs 42nd percentile
  6. 6 Bass Lake Falls Moderate · 72 cfs 42nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hackettstown (8 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Hackettstown (27 waterfalls)

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

Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

17 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

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

Tillman Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Bushkill Falls

48.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 42 Waterfalls Near Hackettstown

Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

17 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

37.1 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

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

Tillman Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Bushkill Falls

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

Silverthread Falls

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

Dingmans Falls

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

Twin Falls

1.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winona Falls

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

Raymondskill Falls

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

Deer Leap Falls

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

Factory Falls

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

Fulmer Falls

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

Marshall Falls

23.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
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
Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

28.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Clarke Falls waterfall

Clarke Falls

27.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Snow Hill Falls waterfall

Snow Hill Falls

32.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hackettstown

Are there free waterfalls near Hackettstown?

There are 24 free waterfalls near Hackettstown, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hackettstown?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Hackettstown, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hackettstown?

There are 27 dog-friendly waterfalls near Hackettstown, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hackettstown?

There are 28 kid-friendly waterfalls near Hackettstown, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Hackettstown?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hackettstown?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Hackettstown?

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

Do any waterfalls near Hackettstown require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hackettstown?

Yes, 30 waterfalls near Hackettstown have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hackettstown?

The closest waterfall to Hackettstown is Pottersville Falls, approximately 10.7 miles away.

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