Waterfall Hikes Near Pompton Plains, NJ

10,941 residents
New_York Time Zone
36 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Pompton Plains? There are 36 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Pompton Plains. 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 40.9679°N, -74.3075°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Pompton Plains

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

35 of 36 gauged

1 of 35 waterfalls near Pompton Plains is flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing Bushkill Falls Low Winona Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Moderate Marshall Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Clarke 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 Nevele Falls Barely Flowing Paradise Falls Barely Flowing Pinchot Falls Moderate Raymondskill Falls Moderate Pottersville Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Low Shohola Falls Low Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Stony Kill Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 32 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Partly Sunny · 68°F

Aft 68°F Partly Sunny Best
Sat 81°F Sunny
Sun 87°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 88°F Sunny
Tue 93°F Sunny
Wed 91°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 79°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Pompton Plains (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 Pompton Plains (26 waterfalls)

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

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Pottersville Falls

10.7 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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

All 36 Waterfalls Near Pompton Plains

Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

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

Maple Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Pottersville Falls

10.7 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 miles away
New York
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
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

47.2 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

21.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bushkill Falls waterfall

Bushkill Falls

21.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silverthread Falls waterfall

Silverthread Falls

21.7 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
Dingmans Falls waterfall

Dingmans Falls

7.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

34.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winona Falls

22.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Raymondskill Falls waterfall

Raymondskill Falls

7.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Deer Leap Falls waterfall

Deer Leap Falls

45.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Factory Falls waterfall

Factory Falls

23.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fulmer Falls waterfall

Fulmer Falls

23.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Pompton Plains

Are there free waterfalls near Pompton Plains?

There are 19 free waterfalls near Pompton Plains, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Pompton Plains?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Pompton Plains, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Pompton Plains?

There are 26 dog-friendly waterfalls near Pompton Plains, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Pompton Plains?

There are 27 kid-friendly waterfalls near Pompton Plains, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Pompton Plains?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Pompton Plains?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Pompton Plains?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Pompton Plains?

Yes, 24 waterfalls near Pompton Plains have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Pompton Plains?

The closest waterfall to Pompton Plains is Passaic Falls, approximately 7.8 miles away.

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