Waterfall Hikes Near Middlesex, NJ

14,525 residents
New York Time Zone
18 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Middlesex? There are 18 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Middlesex. 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 40.5744°N, -74.5011°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Middlesex

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

18 of 18 gauged

18 waterfalls near Middlesex have live flow data today

Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing Bushkill Falls Barely Flowing Winona Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Deer Leap Falls Barely Flowing Dingmans Falls Barely Flowing Factory Falls Barely Flowing Fulmer Falls Barely Flowing Silverthread Falls Barely Flowing Foul Rift Falls Barely Flowing Pottersville Falls Barely Flowing Raymondskill Falls Barely Flowing Scudders Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 27 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 85°F

Mon 85°F Sunny Best
Tue 93°F Sunny
Wed 99°F Sunny
Thu 91°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 89°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 89°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 83°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Middlesex

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Pottersville Falls Barely Flowing · 19 cfs 6th percentile
  2. 2 Foul Rift Falls Barely Flowing · 3320 cfs 4th percentile
  3. 3 Bushkill Falls Barely Flowing · 85 cfs 3rd percentile
  4. 4 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 76 cfs 3rd percentile
  5. 5 Winona Falls Barely Flowing · 85 cfs 3rd percentile
  6. 6 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 190 cfs 2nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Middlesex (4 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

17.4 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Middlesex (17 waterfalls)

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

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

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

Pottersville Falls

23 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

21.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

All 18 Waterfalls Near Middlesex

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

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

Pottersville Falls

23 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

48.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

17.4 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

21.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Bass Lake Falls

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

Tillman Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

39.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bushkill Falls waterfall

Bushkill Falls

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

Silverthread Falls

45.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dingmans Falls waterfall

Dingmans Falls

45.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

39.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winona Falls

40.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Raymondskill Falls waterfall

Raymondskill Falls

46.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Deer Leap Falls waterfall

Deer Leap Falls

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

Factory Falls

11.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fulmer Falls waterfall

Fulmer Falls

11.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Middlesex

Are there free waterfalls near Middlesex?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Middlesex, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Middlesex?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Middlesex, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Middlesex?

There are 17 dog-friendly waterfalls near Middlesex, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Middlesex?

There are 17 kid-friendly waterfalls near Middlesex, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Middlesex?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Middlesex?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Middlesex?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Middlesex?

Yes, 15 waterfalls near Middlesex have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Middlesex?

The closest waterfall to Middlesex is Maple Falls, approximately 16.2 miles away.

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