Waterfall Hikes Near Oakland, NJ

12,734 residents
New_York Time Zone
34 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Oakland? There are 34 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Oakland. 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 41.0313°N, -74.2408°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Oakland

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

33 of 34 gauged

17 of 33 waterfalls near Oakland are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing Bushkill Falls Strong Winona Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Strong Marshall Falls Strong Twin Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Low Clarke Falls Strong Lee Falls Strong Snow Hill Falls Strong Deer Leap Falls Strong Dingmans Falls Strong Factory Falls Strong Fulmer Falls Strong High Falls Strong Silverthread Falls Strong Denton Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Katrina Falls Roaring Foul Rift Falls Low Nevele Falls Low Pinchot Falls Moderate Raymondskill Falls Moderate Pottersville Falls Low Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Shohola Falls Moderate Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Stony Kill Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 78°F

Aft 64°F Rain Showers Likely
Fri 66°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 78°F Sunny Best
Sun 84°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mon 84°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 90°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 89°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Oakland (7 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
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

47.2 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Oakland (25 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
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 34 Waterfalls Near Oakland

Nevele Falls waterfall

Nevele Falls

19.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Marshall Falls waterfall

Marshall Falls

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

Marshalls Falls

18.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pinchot Falls waterfall

Pinchot Falls

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

Lee Falls

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

Clarke Falls

Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

26.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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

32.9 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
Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

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

High Falls

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

Shohola Falls

19.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Oakland

Are there free waterfalls near Oakland?

There are 18 free waterfalls near Oakland, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Oakland?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Oakland, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Oakland?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Oakland?

There are 25 kid-friendly waterfalls near Oakland, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Oakland?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Oakland?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Oakland?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Oakland?

Yes, 22 waterfalls near Oakland have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Oakland?

The closest waterfall to Oakland is Passaic Falls, approximately 8.1 miles away.

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