Waterfall Hikes Near Morristown, NJ

20,126 residents
New_York Time Zone
30 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Morristown? There are 30 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

29 of 30 gauged

1 of 29 waterfalls near Morristown is flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Low Bushkill Falls Low Winona Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Moderate Marshall Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Clarke Falls Low Lee Falls Low Snow Hill Falls Low 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 Foul Rift Falls Barely Flowing Paradise Falls Low Pinchot Falls Barely Flowing Raymondskill Falls Barely Flowing Pottersville Falls Moderate Scudders Falls Roaring Shohola Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Partly Sunny · 66°F

Aft 63°F Rain Showers Likely
Fri 66°F Partly Sunny Best
Sat 57°F Rain Showers
Sun 64°F Rain Showers
Mem 74°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 80°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Wed 83°F Mostly Sunny

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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

23.5 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Morristown (21 waterfalls)

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

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

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

Pottersville Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

35.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Bass Lake Falls

New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 30 Waterfalls Near Morristown

Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

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

Lee Falls

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

Clarke Falls

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

Denton Falls

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

High Falls

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

Snow Hill Falls

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

High Falls

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

Paradise Falls

25.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

11.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shohola Falls waterfall

Shohola Falls

26.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Morristown

Are there free waterfalls near Morristown?

There are 17 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 21 dog-friendly waterfalls near Morristown, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Morristown?

There are 22 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 Buttermilk Falls at 165 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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