Waterfall Hikes Near Pines Lake, NJ

3,034 residents
New York Time Zone
34 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Pines Lake? There are 34 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Pines 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 40.9983°N, -74.2643°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Pines Lake

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

33 of 34 gauged

1 of 33 waterfalls near Pines Lake is flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 103°F

Wed 97°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 103°F Sunny Best
Fri 102°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 98°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 93°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 87°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 85°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Pines Lake

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Shohola Falls Strong · 41 cfs 79th percentile
  2. 2 Pottersville Falls Moderate · 16 cfs 45th percentile
  3. 3 Bass Lake Falls Moderate · 65 cfs 30th percentile
  4. 4 Foul Rift Falls Moderate · 3060 cfs 26th percentile
  5. 5 Buttermilk Falls Low · 149 cfs 18th percentile
  6. 6 Twin Falls Low · 149 cfs 18th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Pines Lake (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

34 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Pines Lake (25 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

42.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

19.9 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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

10.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

44 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 34 Waterfalls Near Pines Lake

Nevele Falls waterfall

Nevele Falls

3.3 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

23.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Pinchot Falls

49.2 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
Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

27.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Denton Falls waterfall

Denton Falls

35.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

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

Foul Rift Falls

37.1 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snow Hill Falls waterfall

Snow Hill Falls

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

Katrina Falls

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

High Falls

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

Shohola Falls

39.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Pines Lake

Are there free waterfalls near Pines Lake?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Pines Lake?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Pines Lake?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Pines Lake?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Pines Lake?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Pines Lake?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Pines Lake?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Pines Lake?

Yes, 22 waterfalls near Pines Lake have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Pines Lake?

The closest waterfall to Pines Lake is Passaic Falls, approximately 7.5 miles away.

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