Waterfall Hikes Near Morris Plains, NJ

6,104 residents
New York Time Zone
33 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Morris Plains? There are 33 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Morris Plains. 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 40.8356°N, -74.4786°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Morris Plains

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

32 of 33 gauged

2 of 32 waterfalls near Morris Plains are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing Bushkill Falls Barely Flowing Winona Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Marshall Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing Clarke Falls Moderate Lee Falls Moderate Spruce Cabin Falls Moderate Snow Hill Falls Moderate Deer Leap Falls Barely Flowing Dingmans Falls Barely Flowing Factory Falls Barely Flowing Fulmer Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Silverthread Falls Barely Flowing Denton Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Katrina Falls Barely Flowing Foul Rift Falls Barely Flowing Paradise Falls Strong Pinchot Falls Barely Flowing Raymondskill Falls Barely Flowing Pottersville Falls Low Rippowan Falls Low Scudders Falls Low Shohola Falls Strong Tillman Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 82°F

Tue 78°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 77°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 76°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Fri 80°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 82°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 84°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 80°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Morris Plains

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Shohola Falls Strong · 36 cfs 87th percentile
  2. 2 Paradise Falls Strong · 11 cfs 79th percentile
  3. 3 Snow Hill Falls Moderate · 24 cfs 32nd percentile
  4. 4 Spruce Cabin Falls Moderate · 24 cfs 32nd percentile
  5. 5 Lee Falls Moderate · 24 cfs 32nd percentile
  6. 6 Clarke Falls Moderate · 24 cfs 32nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Morris Plains (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.

Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

32.4 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Morris Plains (24 waterfalls)

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

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

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

Pottersville Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

40.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Bass Lake Falls

40.9 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 33 Waterfalls Near Morris Plains

Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

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

Clarke Falls

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

Denton Falls

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

High Falls

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

Snow Hill Falls

42.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

35.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Katrina Falls waterfall

Katrina Falls

30.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

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

Paradise Falls

25.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft
Shohola Falls waterfall

Shohola Falls

31 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

16.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Spruce Cabin Falls

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

Rippowan Falls

39.9 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Morris Plains

Are there free waterfalls near Morris Plains?

There are 19 free waterfalls near Morris Plains, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Morris Plains?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Morris Plains?

There are 24 dog-friendly waterfalls near Morris Plains, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Morris Plains?

There are 25 kid-friendly waterfalls near Morris Plains, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Morris Plains?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Morris Plains?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Morris Plains?

The tallest waterfall near Morris Plains is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Morris Plains?

Yes, 24 waterfalls near Morris Plains have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Morris Plains?

The closest waterfall to Morris Plains is Maple Falls, approximately 12.3 miles away.

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