Waterfall Hikes Near North Caldwell, NJ

6,625 residents
New York Time Zone
26 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near North Caldwell? There are 26 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of North Caldwell. 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 40.8629°N, -74.2576°W

Map of Waterfalls Near North Caldwell

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

25 of 26 gauged

19 of 25 waterfalls near North Caldwell are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Strong Bushkill Falls Strong Winona Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Strong Marshall Falls Strong Twin Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Moderate Deer Leap Falls Strong Dingmans Falls Strong Factory Falls Strong Fulmer Falls Strong Silverthread Falls Strong Foul Rift Falls Roaring Lee Falls Strong Nevele Falls Moderate Pinchot Falls Roaring Raymondskill Falls Roaring Pottersville Falls Moderate Rippowan Falls Moderate Verkeerder Kill Falls Roaring Stony Kill Falls Roaring Tillman Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 74°F

Sat 81°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 75°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Lab 78°F Sunny
Tue 80°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 81°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 82°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Fri 74°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near North Caldwell

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Raymondskill Falls Roaring · 9620 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Pinchot Falls Roaring · 9620 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Foul Rift Falls Roaring · 9740 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Stony Kill Falls Roaring · 1560 cfs 97th percentile
  5. 5 Verkeerder Kill Falls Roaring · 1560 cfs 97th percentile
  6. 6 Tillman Falls Strong · 47 cfs 83rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near North Caldwell (6 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 North Caldwell (22 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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

48.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

13 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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

27 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 26 Waterfalls Near North Caldwell

Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

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

Maple Falls

31.6 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
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

13 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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

27 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

29.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

33.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

33.8 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

13.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft
Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

4.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near North Caldwell

Are there free waterfalls near North Caldwell?

There are 16 free waterfalls near North Caldwell, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near North Caldwell?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near North Caldwell, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in North Caldwell?

There are 22 dog-friendly waterfalls near North Caldwell, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near North Caldwell?

There are 22 kid-friendly waterfalls near North Caldwell, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near North Caldwell?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near North Caldwell?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near North Caldwell?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around North Caldwell?

Yes, 18 waterfalls near North Caldwell have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to North Caldwell?

The closest waterfall to North Caldwell is Passaic Falls, approximately 5.8 miles away.

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