Waterfall Hikes Near Highland Lakes, NJ

4,089 residents
New_York Time Zone
45 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Highland Lakes? There are 45 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Highland 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 41.1716°N, -74.4643°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Highland Lakes

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

44 of 45 gauged

10 of 44 waterfalls near Highland Lakes are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing Buck Hill Falls Moderate Paradise Falls Moderate Bushkill Falls Moderate Winona Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Moderate Marshall Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Clarke Falls Moderate Indian Ladder Falls Moderate Leavitt Falls Moderate Lee Falls Moderate Spruce Cabin Falls Moderate Snow Hill Falls Moderate Darbytown Falls Roaring Deer Leap Falls Moderate Dingmans Falls Moderate Factory Falls Moderate Fulmer Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Silverthread Falls Moderate Denton Falls Strong High Falls Strong Katrina Falls Strong Foul Rift Falls Low High Falls Roaring Ridgeway Falls Roaring Little Falls Roaring Wangum Falls Roaring Nevele Falls Barely Flowing Pinchot Falls Strong Raymondskill Falls Strong Pottersville Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Low Shohola Falls Moderate Vernooy Falls Low Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Stony Kill Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Low

Updated 22 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 75°F

Fri 63°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Sat 75°F Sunny Best
Sun 82°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 84°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 91°F Sunny
Wed 89°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 77°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Highland Lakes (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.

Dingmans Falls waterfall

Dingmans Falls

7.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Raymondskill Falls waterfall

Raymondskill Falls

7.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Highland Lakes (29 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
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

39.7 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silverthread Falls waterfall

Silverthread Falls

21.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Deer Leap Falls waterfall

Deer Leap Falls

45.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 45 Waterfalls Near Highland Lakes

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

20.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

39.7 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silverthread Falls waterfall

Silverthread Falls

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

Dingmans Falls

7.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Raymondskill Falls waterfall

Raymondskill Falls

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

Deer Leap Falls

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

Factory Falls

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

Fulmer Falls

23.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
Pinchot Falls waterfall

Pinchot Falls

21.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

23.5 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Bushkill Falls waterfall

Bushkill Falls

21.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
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

Winona Falls

22.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Katrina Falls waterfall

Katrina Falls

33.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Bass Lake Falls

New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

27.2 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nevele Falls waterfall

Nevele Falls

19.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snow Hill Falls waterfall

Snow Hill Falls

17.6 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Highland Lakes

Are there free waterfalls near Highland Lakes?

There are 22 free waterfalls near Highland Lakes, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Highland Lakes?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Highland Lakes?

There are 29 dog-friendly waterfalls near Highland Lakes, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Highland Lakes?

There are 30 kid-friendly waterfalls near Highland Lakes, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Highland Lakes?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Highland Lakes?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Highland Lakes?

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

Do any waterfalls near Highland Lakes require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Highland Lakes?

Yes, 30 waterfalls near Highland Lakes have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Highland Lakes?

The closest waterfall to Highland Lakes is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 7.8 miles away.

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