Waterfall Hikes Near Packanack Lake, NJ

5,982 residents
New York Time Zone
32 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Packanack Lake? There are 32 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Packanack Lake. 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 40.9382°N, -74.2564°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Packanack Lake

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

31 of 32 gauged

25 of 31 waterfalls near Packanack Lake 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 Clarke Falls Strong Lee Falls Strong Snow Hill Falls Strong Deer Leap Falls Strong Dingmans Falls Strong Factory Falls Strong Fulmer Falls Strong Silverthread Falls Strong Denton Falls Strong High Falls Strong Katrina Falls Strong Foul Rift Falls Roaring Nevele Falls Strong 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

Labor Day

Sunny · 79°F

Aft 84°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 81°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 76°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Lab 79°F Sunny Best
Tue 81°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 81°F Partly Sunny
Thu 83°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Packanack Lake

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Foul Rift Falls Roaring · 9590 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Raymondskill Falls Roaring · 9070 cfs 97th percentile
  3. 3 Pinchot Falls Roaring · 9070 cfs 97th percentile
  4. 4 Verkeerder Kill Falls Roaring · 1560 cfs 97th percentile
  5. 5 Stony Kill Falls Roaring · 1560 cfs 97th percentile
  6. 6 Katrina Falls Strong · 545 cfs 88th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Packanack Lake (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 Packanack Lake (24 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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

27 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

31.2 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 32 Waterfalls Near Packanack Lake

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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

27 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

31.2 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
Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

29.4 miles away
New Jersey
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 Packanack Lake

Are there free waterfalls near Packanack Lake?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Packanack Lake, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Packanack Lake?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Packanack Lake, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Packanack Lake?

There are 24 dog-friendly waterfalls near Packanack Lake, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Packanack Lake?

There are 24 kid-friendly waterfalls near Packanack Lake, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Packanack Lake?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Packanack Lake?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Packanack Lake?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Packanack Lake?

Yes, 20 waterfalls near Packanack Lake have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Packanack Lake?

The closest waterfall to Packanack Lake is Passaic Falls, approximately 4.2 miles away.

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