Waterfall Hikes Near Mountain Lake, NJ

543 residents
New_York Time Zone
42 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mountain Lake? There are 42 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mountain Lake. 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 40.8614°N, -74.9858°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mountain Lake

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

41 of 42 gauged

12 of 41 waterfalls near Mountain Lake are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Roaring Buck Hill Falls Moderate Paradise Falls Moderate Bushkill Falls Moderate Winona Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Marshall Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Strong Clarke Falls Moderate Indian Ladder Falls Moderate Leavitt Falls Moderate Lee Falls Moderate Spruce Cabin Falls Moderate Snow Hill Falls Moderate Darbytown Falls Roaring Deer Leap Falls Moderate Dingmans Falls Moderate Factory Falls Moderate Fulmer Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Silverthread Falls Moderate Denton Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Foul Rift Falls Roaring Great Falls of the Lehigh Moderate Hawk Falls Strong Tobyhanna Falls Strong High Falls Roaring Ridgeway Falls Roaring Little Falls Moderate Wangum Falls Moderate Pinchot Falls Roaring Raymondskill Falls Roaring Pottersville Falls Moderate Scudders Falls Moderate Shohola Falls Strong Tillman Falls Strong The Grotto Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 71°F

Tue 81°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Wed 83°F Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Thu 76°F Sunny
Fri 74°F Sunny
Sat 71°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 73°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 74°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Mountain Lake (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Mountain Lake (27 waterfalls)

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

Bass Lake Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Bushkill Falls

46.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

35.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winona Falls

47.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft

All 42 Waterfalls Near Mountain Lake

Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

40.6 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Bushkill Falls

46.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

35.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winona Falls

47.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Marshall Falls waterfall

Marshall Falls

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

Marshalls Falls

27.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

29.5 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

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

Clarke Falls

8.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

46.5 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snow Hill Falls waterfall

Snow Hill Falls

17.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Deer Leap Falls waterfall

Deer Leap Falls

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

Factory Falls

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

Fulmer Falls

48.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
Dingmans Falls waterfall

Dingmans Falls

46.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Silverthread Falls waterfall

Silverthread Falls

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

High Falls

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

Paradise Falls

13.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mountain Lake

Are there free waterfalls near Mountain Lake?

There are 25 free waterfalls near Mountain Lake, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Mountain Lake?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Mountain Lake, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Mountain Lake?

There are 27 dog-friendly waterfalls near Mountain Lake, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mountain Lake?

There are 28 kid-friendly waterfalls near Mountain Lake, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Mountain Lake?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mountain Lake?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Mountain Lake?

The tallest waterfall near Mountain Lake is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Mountain Lake require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Mountain Lake requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Mountain Lake?

Yes, 30 waterfalls near Mountain Lake have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Mountain Lake?

The closest waterfall to Mountain Lake is Foul Rift Falls, approximately 7.1 miles away.

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