Waterfall Hikes Near Oak Ridge, NJ

10,997 residents
New_York Time Zone
42 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Oak Ridge? There are 42 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Oak Ridge. 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 41.0323°N, -74.4971°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Oak Ridge

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

41 of 42 gauged

3 of 41 waterfalls near Oak Ridge are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing Buck Hill Falls Low Paradise Falls Low Bushkill Falls Moderate Winona Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Moderate Marshall Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Clarke Falls Moderate Indian Ladder Falls Moderate Leavitt Falls Moderate Lee Falls Moderate Spruce Cabin Falls Moderate Snow Hill 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 Roaring Hanging Rock Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Moderate Ridgeway Falls Moderate Little Falls Moderate Nevele Falls Barely Flowing Pinchot Falls Strong Raymondskill Falls Strong Pottersville Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Shohola Falls Moderate Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Stony Kill Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 77°F

Tod 65°F Mostly Cloudy
Sat 77°F Sunny Best
Sun 82°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 84°F Sunny
Tue 90°F Sunny
Wed 88°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 75°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Oak Ridge (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 Oak Ridge (27 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

20.6 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
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

27.2 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

All 42 Waterfalls Near Oak Ridge

Clarke Falls waterfall

Clarke Falls

34 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

35.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Katrina Falls waterfall

Katrina Falls

33.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

45.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

21.9 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Paradise Falls waterfall

Paradise Falls

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

Nevele Falls

19.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

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

Shohola Falls

19.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft

Spruce Cabin Falls

24.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

21.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buck Hill Falls waterfall CC

Buck Hill Falls

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

Leavitt Falls

41 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

47.2 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Indian Ladder Falls waterfall

Indian Ladder Falls

37 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

21.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

9.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Oak Ridge

Are there free waterfalls near Oak Ridge?

There are 20 free waterfalls near Oak Ridge, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Oak Ridge?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Oak Ridge?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Oak Ridge?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Oak Ridge?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Oak Ridge?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Oak Ridge?

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

Do any waterfalls near Oak Ridge require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Oak Ridge?

Yes, 30 waterfalls near Oak Ridge have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Oak Ridge?

The closest waterfall to Oak Ridge is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 16.0 miles away.

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