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

19 of 45 waterfalls near Lake Mohawk are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing Buck Hill Falls Moderate Paradise Falls Moderate Bushkill Falls Strong Winona Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Strong Marshall Falls Strong Twin Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Clarke Falls Moderate Indian Ladder Falls Moderate Leavitt Falls Moderate Lee Falls Moderate Spruce Cabin Falls Moderate Snow Hill Falls Moderate Darbytown Falls Roaring Deer Leap Falls Strong Dingmans Falls Strong Factory Falls Strong Fulmer Falls Strong High Falls Strong Silverthread Falls Strong Denton Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Katrina Falls Roaring Foul Rift Falls Moderate Great Falls of the Lehigh Moderate Hawk Falls Moderate Tobyhanna Falls Moderate High Falls Roaring Ridgeway Falls Roaring Little Falls Roaring Wangum Falls Roaring Nevele Falls Low Pinchot Falls Moderate Raymondskill Falls Moderate Pottersville Falls Barely Flowing Scudders Falls Moderate Shohola Falls Moderate Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 77°F

Aft 62°F Mostly Cloudy
Fri 66°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Sat 77°F Sunny Best
Sun 85°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 85°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 91°F Sunny
Wed 91°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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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

New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

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

Pottersville Falls

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

Bushkill Falls

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

Silverthread Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

21.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 46 Waterfalls Near Lake Mohawk

Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

26.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls of the Lehigh waterfall CC

Great Falls of the Lehigh

16.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Darbytown Falls

18.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wangum Falls waterfall

Wangum Falls

35.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lake Mohawk

Are there free waterfalls near Lake Mohawk?

There are 24 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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