Waterfall Hikes Near Newton, NJ

8,370 residents
New York Time Zone
46 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Newton? There are 46 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Newton. 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 41.0534°N, -74.7527°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Newton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

45 of 46 gauged

1 of 45 waterfalls near Newton is flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Moderate Buck Hill Falls Moderate Paradise Falls Moderate Bushkill Falls Moderate Winona Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Marshall Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Clarke Falls Moderate Indian Ladder Falls Moderate Leavitt Falls Moderate Lee Falls Moderate Spruce Cabin Falls Moderate Snow Hill Falls Moderate Darbytown Falls Moderate 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 Katrina Falls Moderate Foul Rift Falls Moderate Great Falls of the Lehigh Moderate Hanging Rock Falls Moderate Hawk Falls Moderate Tobyhanna Falls Moderate High Falls Barely Flowing Ridgeway Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Wangum Falls Barely Flowing Nevele Falls Barely Flowing Pinchot Falls Moderate Raymondskill Falls Moderate Pottersville Falls Moderate Scudders Falls Low Shohola Falls Barely Flowing Verkeerder Kill Falls Strong Tillman Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 96°F

Mon 86°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 88°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 96°F Sunny Best
Thu 98°F Sunny
Fri 97°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 89°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Newton

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Verkeerder Kill Falls Strong · 343 cfs 87th percentile
  2. 2 Pottersville Falls Moderate · 18 cfs 71st percentile
  3. 3 Bass Lake Falls Moderate · 95 cfs 62nd percentile
  4. 4 Hawk Falls Moderate · 125 cfs 58th percentile
  5. 5 Tillman Falls Moderate · 32 cfs 58th percentile
  6. 6 Tobyhanna Falls Moderate · 125 cfs 58th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Newton (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.

Dingmans Falls waterfall

Dingmans Falls

49 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Newton (30 waterfalls)

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

Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

44 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

41.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bushkill Falls waterfall

Bushkill Falls

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

Silverthread Falls

48.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winona Falls

49.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft

All 46 Waterfalls Near Newton

Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

44 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

41.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bushkill Falls waterfall

Bushkill Falls

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

Silverthread Falls

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

Dingmans Falls

49 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Winona Falls

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

Raymondskill Falls

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

Deer Leap Falls

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

Factory Falls

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

Fulmer Falls

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

Marshall Falls

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

Marshalls Falls

23.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Pinchot Falls

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

Twin Falls

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

Pottersville Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Lee Falls

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

Clarke Falls

27.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Snow Hill Falls waterfall

Snow Hill Falls

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

High Falls

46.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Newton

Are there free waterfalls near Newton?

There are 26 free waterfalls near Newton, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Newton?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Newton?

There are 30 dog-friendly waterfalls near Newton, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Newton?

There are 31 kid-friendly waterfalls near Newton, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Newton?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Newton?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Newton?

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

Do any waterfalls near Newton require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Newton?

Yes, 30 waterfalls near Newton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Newton?

The closest waterfall to Newton is Tillman Falls, approximately 9.6 miles away.

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