Waterfall Hikes Near Morristown, NJ

20,126 residents
New York Time Zone
34 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Morristown? There are 34 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Morristown. 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 40.7967°N, -74.4772°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Morristown

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

33 of 34 gauged

33 waterfalls near Morristown have live flow data 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 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Clarke Falls Barely Flowing Lee Falls Barely Flowing Snow Hill Falls Barely Flowing Deer Leap Falls Low Dingmans Falls Low Factory Falls Low Fulmer Falls Low High Falls Low Silverthread Falls Low Denton Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Katrina Falls Barely Flowing Foul Rift Falls Barely Flowing Nevele Falls Barely Flowing Paradise Falls Barely Flowing Pinchot Falls Barely Flowing Raymondskill Falls Barely Flowing Pottersville Falls Low Scudders Falls Barely Flowing Shohola Falls Moderate Verkeerder Kill Falls Low Tillman Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 84°F

Thu 83°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 84°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 82°F Sunny
Sun 84°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mon 86°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 87°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Wed 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Morristown

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Shohola Falls Moderate · 35 cfs 67th percentile
  2. 2 Pottersville Falls Low · 46 cfs 11th percentile
  3. 3 Tillman Falls Low · 29 cfs 11th percentile
  4. 4 Verkeerder Kill Falls Low · 301 cfs 11th percentile
  5. 5 Marshall Falls Low · 260 cfs 10th percentile
  6. 6 Silverthread Falls Low · 7 cfs 10th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Morristown (7 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

18.3 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Morristown (24 waterfalls)

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

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

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

Pottersville Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

48.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Bass Lake Falls

31.2 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 34 Waterfalls Near Morristown

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

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

Pottersville Falls

13 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

18.3 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

48.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

29.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

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

Tillman Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Bushkill Falls

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

Silverthread Falls

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

Dingmans Falls

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

Twin Falls

38.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winona Falls

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

Raymondskill Falls

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

Deer Leap Falls

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

Factory Falls

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

Fulmer Falls

23.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
Marshall Falls waterfall

Marshall Falls

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

Marshalls Falls

40.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Pinchot Falls

40.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Morristown

Are there free waterfalls near Morristown?

There are 18 free waterfalls near Morristown, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Morristown?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Morristown, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Morristown?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Morristown?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Morristown?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Morristown?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Morristown?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Morristown?

Yes, 23 waterfalls near Morristown have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Morristown?

The closest waterfall to Morristown is Maple Falls, approximately 10.4 miles away.

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