Waterfall Hikes Near Mountain Lakes, NJ

4,499 residents
New_York Time Zone
35 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mountain Lakes? There are 35 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mountain Lakes. 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 40.8907°N, -74.4406°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mountain Lakes

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

34 of 35 gauged

1 of 34 waterfalls near Mountain Lakes is flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Low Buck Hill Falls Barely Flowing Paradise 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 Low Lee Falls Low Spruce Cabin Falls Low Snow Hill Falls Low 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 Pinchot Falls Barely Flowing Raymondskill Falls Barely Flowing Pottersville Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Roaring Scudders Falls Moderate Shohola Falls Low Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 65°F

Thu 63°F Rain Showers Likely
Fri 65°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 56°F Rain Showers
Sun 65°F Rain Showers
Mem 75°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 79°F Chance Rain Showers
Wed 82°F Partly Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Mountain Lakes (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

23.5 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Mountain Lakes (25 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
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

39.7 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 35 Waterfalls Near Mountain Lakes

Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

23.5 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
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
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

39.7 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Bushkill Falls

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

Silverthread Falls

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

Dingmans Falls

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

Twin Falls

34.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winona Falls

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

Raymondskill Falls

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

Deer Leap Falls

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

Factory Falls

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

Fulmer Falls

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

Marshall Falls

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

Marshalls Falls

16.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Pinchot Falls

40.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mountain Lakes

Are there free waterfalls near Mountain Lakes?

There are 20 free waterfalls near Mountain Lakes, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Mountain Lakes?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Mountain Lakes?

There are 25 dog-friendly waterfalls near Mountain Lakes, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mountain Lakes?

There are 26 kid-friendly waterfalls near Mountain Lakes, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Mountain Lakes?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mountain Lakes?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Mountain Lakes?

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

Do any waterfalls near Mountain Lakes require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Mountain Lakes?

Yes, 25 waterfalls near Mountain Lakes have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Mountain Lakes?

The closest waterfall to Mountain Lakes is Passaic Falls, approximately 12.2 miles away.

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