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

41 waterfalls near Hackettstown have live flow data today

Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing Buck Hill Falls Barely Flowing Paradise Falls Barely Flowing Bushkill Falls Barely Flowing Winona 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 Moderate 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 Moderate High Falls Moderate Katrina Falls Moderate Foul Rift Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls of the Lehigh Moderate Hawk Falls Barely Flowing Tobyhanna Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Moderate Ridgeway Falls Moderate Pinchot Falls Moderate Raymondskill Falls Moderate Pottersville Falls Barely Flowing Scudders Falls Barely Flowing Shohola Falls Moderate Tillman Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 86°F

Aft 86°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 85°F Sunny
Sun 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 86°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 84°F Sunny
Wed 85°F Sunny
Thu 85°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Hackettstown

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Raymondskill Falls Moderate · 4690 cfs 66th percentile
  2. 2 Pinchot Falls Moderate · 4690 cfs 66th percentile
  3. 3 Great Falls of the Lehigh Moderate · 107 cfs 65th percentile
  4. 4 High Falls Moderate · 243 cfs 56th percentile
  5. 5 Denton Falls Moderate · 243 cfs 56th percentile
  6. 6 Katrina Falls Moderate · 243 cfs 56th 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

25.7 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

47 miles away
New Jersey
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

All 42 Waterfalls Near Hackettstown

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

42.4 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
Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

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

High Falls

41.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Paradise Falls waterfall

Paradise Falls

22.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft
Shohola Falls waterfall

Shohola Falls

49.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft

Spruce Cabin Falls

35.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Buck Hill Falls

13.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Leavitt Falls waterfall

Leavitt Falls

13.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Indian Ladder Falls waterfall

Indian Ladder Falls

47.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

7.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

17.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Ridgeway Falls

8.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

30 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hawk Falls waterfall

Hawk Falls

32.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

46.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Denton Falls waterfall

Denton Falls

47.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tobyhanna Falls waterfall

Tobyhanna Falls

43.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Katrina Falls waterfall

Katrina Falls

13.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Great Falls of the Lehigh waterfall CC

Great Falls of the Lehigh

29.2 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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