Waterfall Hikes Near Hillsborough, NJ

21,865 residents
New_York Time Zone
22 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hillsborough? There are 22 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Hillsborough. 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 40.5069°N, -74.6523°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hillsborough

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

21 of 22 gauged

2 of 21 waterfalls near Hillsborough are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing Bushkill Falls Barely Flowing Winona Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Marshall Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Deer Leap Falls Moderate Dingmans Falls Moderate Factory Falls Moderate Fulmer Falls Moderate Silverthread Falls Moderate Falls of Schuylkill Roaring The Grotto Roaring Foul Rift Falls Barely Flowing Pottersville Falls Barely Flowing Raymondskill Falls Barely Flowing Scudders Falls Moderate Tillman Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 65°F

Thu 64°F Rain Showers Likely
Fri 65°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 58°F Rain Showers
Sun 68°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Mem 76°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 80°F Chance Rain Showers
Wed 82°F Partly Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hillsborough (5 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

23.5 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Hillsborough (20 waterfalls)

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

Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

10.7 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

33.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

10.7 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 22 Waterfalls Near Hillsborough

Falls of Schuylkill waterfall CC

Falls of Schuylkill

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

Buttermilk Falls

35.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hillsborough

Are there free waterfalls near Hillsborough?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hillsborough?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Hillsborough, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hillsborough?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hillsborough?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Hillsborough?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hillsborough?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Hillsborough?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hillsborough?

Yes, 16 waterfalls near Hillsborough have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hillsborough?

The closest waterfall to Hillsborough is Pottersville Falls, approximately 13.6 miles away.

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