Waterfall Hikes Near Madison, NJ

16,521 residents
New York Time Zone
26 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Madison? There are 26 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Madison. 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 40.7586°N, -74.4169°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Madison

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

25 of 26 gauged

25 waterfalls near Madison have live flow data today

Bass Lake 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 Lee Falls Moderate Snow Hill Falls Moderate Deer Leap Falls Moderate Dingmans Falls Moderate Factory Falls Moderate Fulmer Falls Moderate Silverthread Falls Moderate Foul Rift Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Pinchot Falls Moderate Raymondskill Falls Moderate Pottersville Falls Moderate Scudders Falls Low Tillman Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 89°F

Mon 86°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 89°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 97°F Sunny
Thu 99°F Sunny
Fri 99°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 91°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Madison

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Pottersville Falls Moderate · 18 cfs 70th percentile
  2. 2 Bass Lake Falls Moderate · 92 cfs 60th percentile
  3. 3 Tillman Falls Moderate · 32 cfs 58th percentile
  4. 4 Foul Rift Falls Moderate · 3390 cfs 54th percentile
  5. 5 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 200 cfs 51st percentile
  6. 6 Marshall Falls Moderate · 200 cfs 51st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Madison (5 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

34 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Madison (20 waterfalls)

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

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

19.9 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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

42.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Bass Lake Falls

41.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 26 Waterfalls Near Madison

Pinchot Falls

49.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

28.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Clarke Falls waterfall

Clarke Falls

27.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

36.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

10.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snow Hill Falls waterfall

Snow Hill Falls

32.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Madison

Are there free waterfalls near Madison?

There are 16 free waterfalls near Madison, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Madison?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Madison, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Madison?

There are 20 dog-friendly waterfalls near Madison, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Madison?

There are 20 kid-friendly waterfalls near Madison, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Madison?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Madison?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Madison?

The tallest waterfall near Madison is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Madison?

Yes, 20 waterfalls near Madison have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Madison?

The closest waterfall to Madison is Maple Falls, approximately 6 miles away.

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