Waterfall Hikes Near Layton, NJ

998 residents
New York Time Zone
51 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Layton? There are 51 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Layton. 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 41.2192°N, -74.8229°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Layton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

50 of 51 gauged

1 of 50 waterfalls near Layton 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 Hawk Falls Moderate Tobyhanna Falls Moderate High Falls Low Ridgeway Falls Low High Falls Moderate Little Falls Low Wangum Falls Low Nay Aug Falls Moderate Nevele Falls Moderate Pinchot Falls Barely Flowing Raymondskill Falls Barely Flowing Pottersville Falls Moderate Scudders Falls Moderate Shohola Falls Moderate Whirlpool Canyon Falls Barely Flowing Verkeerder Kill Falls Moderate Stony Kill Falls Moderate Tompkins Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 80°F

Mon 76°F Mostly Sunny then Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 76°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 80°F Sunny Best
Thu 80°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Fri 81°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 80°F Sunny
Sun 80°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Layton

Updated about 3 hours ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Tillman Falls Strong · 50 cfs 81st percentile
  2. 2 Pottersville Falls Moderate · 67 cfs 74th percentile
  3. 3 Foul Rift Falls Moderate · 5140 cfs 70th percentile
  4. 4 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 38 cfs 67th percentile
  5. 5 Bushkill Falls Moderate · 158 cfs 63rd percentile
  6. 6 Winona Falls Moderate · 158 cfs 63rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Layton (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.

Dingmans Falls waterfall

Dingmans Falls

47.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Raymondskill Falls waterfall

Raymondskill Falls

45.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Layton (34 waterfalls)

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

Silverthread Falls waterfall

Silverthread Falls

48 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

36.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Deer Leap Falls waterfall

Deer Leap Falls

19.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Factory Falls waterfall

Factory Falls

19.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 51 Waterfalls Near Layton

Marshall Falls waterfall

Marshall Falls

30 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Marshalls Falls waterfall

Marshalls Falls

30 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

7.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ridgeway Falls

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

Little Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

High Falls

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

Lee Falls

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

Paradise Falls

22.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft
Clarke Falls waterfall

Clarke Falls

26.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Denton Falls waterfall

Denton Falls

47.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Katrina Falls waterfall

Katrina Falls

13.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

25.7 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Darbytown Falls

41.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

9 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wangum Falls waterfall

Wangum Falls

5.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls of the Lehigh waterfall CC

Great Falls of the Lehigh

29.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tobyhanna Falls waterfall

Tobyhanna Falls

43.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Nevele Falls waterfall

Nevele Falls

31 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

46.9 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Layton

Are there free waterfalls near Layton?

There are 29 free waterfalls near Layton, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Layton?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Layton?

There are 34 dog-friendly waterfalls near Layton, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Layton?

There are 35 kid-friendly waterfalls near Layton, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Layton?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Layton?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Layton?

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

Do any waterfalls near Layton require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Layton?

Yes, 30 waterfalls near Layton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Layton?

The closest waterfall to Layton is Silverthread Falls, approximately 3.3 miles away.

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