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

2 of 44 waterfalls near Highland Lakes are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 94°F

Mon 83°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 84°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 93°F Sunny
Thu 94°F Sunny Best
Fri 93°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 90°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 86°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Highland Lakes

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Verkeerder Kill Falls Strong · 343 cfs 87th percentile
  2. 2 Stony Kill Falls Strong · 343 cfs 87th percentile
  3. 3 Pottersville Falls Moderate · 18 cfs 71st percentile
  4. 4 Bass Lake Falls Moderate · 95 cfs 62nd percentile
  5. 5 Tillman Falls Moderate · 32 cfs 58th percentile
  6. 6 Darbytown Falls Moderate · 629 cfs 57th percentile

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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

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

Raymondskill Falls

49.7 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

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

Tillman Falls

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

Silverthread Falls

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

Deer Leap Falls

33.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 45 Waterfalls Near Highland Lakes

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Tillman Falls

44 miles away
New Jersey
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
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

Pinchot Falls

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

Passaic Falls

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

Bushkill Falls

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

Denton Falls

35.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

36.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winona Falls

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

Katrina Falls

35.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Bass Lake Falls

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

Maple Falls

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

Nevele Falls

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

Snow Hill Falls

32.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

27.6 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 24 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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