Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Mohawk, NJ

9,703 residents
New York Time Zone
46 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lake Mohawk? There are 46 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lake Mohawk. 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 41.0149°N, -74.6640°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lake Mohawk

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

45 of 46 gauged

1 of 45 waterfalls near Lake Mohawk is 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 Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Katrina Falls Barely Flowing Foul Rift Falls Moderate Great Falls of the Lehigh Moderate Hanging Rock Falls Moderate Hawk Falls Moderate Tobyhanna Falls Moderate High Falls Barely Flowing Ridgeway Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Wangum Falls Barely Flowing Nevele Falls Barely Flowing Pinchot Falls Low Raymondskill Falls Low Pottersville Falls Moderate Scudders Falls Low Shohola Falls Barely Flowing Verkeerder Kill Falls Strong Tillman Falls Moderate

Updated 21 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 97°F

Mon 85°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 86°F Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 95°F Sunny
Thu 97°F Sunny Best
Fri 97°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 89°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Lake Mohawk

Updated about 2 hours 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 Pottersville Falls Moderate · 18 cfs 70th percentile
  3. 3 Bass Lake Falls Moderate · 92 cfs 60th percentile
  4. 4 Tobyhanna Falls Moderate · 125 cfs 58th percentile
  5. 5 Tillman Falls Moderate · 32 cfs 58th percentile
  6. 6 Hawk Falls Moderate · 125 cfs 58th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Mohawk (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lake Mohawk (30 waterfalls)

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

Bass Lake Falls

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

Tillman Falls

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

Pottersville Falls

17 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bushkill Falls waterfall

Bushkill Falls

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

Silverthread Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

48.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 46 Waterfalls Near Lake Mohawk

Snow Hill Falls waterfall

Snow Hill Falls

32.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

36.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

37.1 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Denton Falls waterfall

Denton Falls

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

Maple Falls

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

High Falls

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

Paradise Falls

12.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft
Katrina Falls waterfall

Katrina Falls

35.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Shohola Falls waterfall

Shohola Falls

39.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft

Spruce Cabin Falls

26.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Buck Hill Falls

24.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Leavitt Falls waterfall

Leavitt Falls

24.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Indian Ladder Falls waterfall

Indian Ladder Falls

44.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

34.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ridgeway Falls

35.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

41.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hawk Falls waterfall

Hawk Falls

29 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft
Tobyhanna Falls waterfall

Tobyhanna Falls

20.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

31.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nevele Falls waterfall

Nevele Falls

3.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lake Mohawk

Are there free waterfalls near Lake Mohawk?

There are 26 free waterfalls near Lake Mohawk, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lake Mohawk?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lake Mohawk?

There are 30 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lake Mohawk, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Mohawk?

There are 31 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Mohawk, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Lake Mohawk?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lake Mohawk?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Lake Mohawk?

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

Do any waterfalls near Lake Mohawk require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lake Mohawk?

Yes, 30 waterfalls near Lake Mohawk have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lake Mohawk?

The closest waterfall to Lake Mohawk is Bass Lake Falls, approximately 12.6 miles away.

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