Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Hiawatha, NJ

10,064 residents
New_York Time Zone
32 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lake Hiawatha? There are 32 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lake Hiawatha. 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 40.8816°N, -74.3826°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lake Hiawatha

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

31 of 32 gauged

2 of 31 waterfalls near Lake Hiawatha are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Low Bushkill Falls Barely Flowing Winona Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Low Marshall Falls Low Twin Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Clarke Falls Low Lee Falls Low Snow Hill Falls Low Deer Leap Falls Moderate Dingmans Falls Moderate Factory Falls Moderate Fulmer Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Silverthread Falls Moderate Denton Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Katrina Falls Barely Flowing Foul Rift Falls Barely Flowing Paradise Falls Barely Flowing Pinchot Falls Barely Flowing Raymondskill Falls Barely Flowing Pottersville Falls Low Rippowan Falls Roaring Scudders Falls Roaring Shohola Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Low

Updated 26 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 67°F

Thu 64°F Rain Showers Likely
Fri 67°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 58°F Rain Showers
Sun 66°F Rain Showers
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 Lake Hiawatha (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.

Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

23.5 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lake Hiawatha (23 waterfalls)

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

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

35.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville 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 32 Waterfalls Near Lake Hiawatha

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

11.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

46.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

47.2 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Clarke Falls waterfall

Clarke Falls

43.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 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
Snow Hill Falls waterfall

Snow Hill Falls

39.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Katrina Falls waterfall

Katrina Falls

33.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

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

Paradise Falls

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

Shohola Falls

46.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft
Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

33.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lake Hiawatha

Are there free waterfalls near Lake Hiawatha?

There are 18 free waterfalls near Lake Hiawatha, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lake Hiawatha?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lake Hiawatha?

There are 23 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lake Hiawatha, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Hiawatha?

There are 24 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Hiawatha, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Lake Hiawatha?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lake Hiawatha?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Lake Hiawatha?

The tallest waterfall near Lake Hiawatha is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lake Hiawatha?

Yes, 23 waterfalls near Lake Hiawatha have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lake Hiawatha?

The closest waterfall to Lake Hiawatha is Passaic Falls, approximately 10.2 miles away.

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