Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Hopatcong, NJ

10,480 residents
New York Time Zone
44 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lake Hopatcong? There are 44 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lake Hopatcong. 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 40.9599°N, -74.6094°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lake Hopatcong

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

43 of 44 gauged

43 waterfalls near Lake Hopatcong 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 Buttermilk Falls Moderate 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 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 Hawk Falls Barely Flowing Tobyhanna Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Moderate Ridgeway Falls Moderate Nevele Falls Moderate Pinchot Falls Moderate Raymondskill Falls Moderate Pottersville Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Scudders Falls Barely Flowing Shohola Falls Moderate Verkeerder Kill Falls Moderate Tillman Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 82°F

Aft 84°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 82°F Sunny Best
Sun 79°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 83°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 82°F Sunny
Wed 83°F Sunny
Thu 83°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Lake Hopatcong

Updated about 2 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 Verkeerder Kill Falls Moderate · 742 cfs 61st percentile
  4. 4 Katrina Falls Moderate · 243 cfs 56th percentile
  5. 5 High Falls Moderate · 243 cfs 56th percentile
  6. 6 Denton Falls Moderate · 243 cfs 56th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Hopatcong (9 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

46.9 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lake Hopatcong (29 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
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

17.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

All 44 Waterfalls Near Lake Hopatcong

Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

48.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

49 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
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

24.7 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lake Hopatcong

Are there free waterfalls near Lake Hopatcong?

There are 25 free waterfalls near Lake Hopatcong, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lake Hopatcong?

There are 9 easy waterfall hikes near Lake Hopatcong, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lake Hopatcong?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Hopatcong?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Lake Hopatcong?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lake Hopatcong?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Lake Hopatcong?

The tallest waterfall near Lake Hopatcong is Verkeerder Kill Falls at 187 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Lake Hopatcong require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lake Hopatcong?

Yes, 30 waterfalls near Lake Hopatcong have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lake Hopatcong?

The closest waterfall to Lake Hopatcong is Pottersville Falls, approximately 16.7 miles away.

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