Waterfall Hikes Near Preakness, NJ

18,591 residents
New York Time Zone
31 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Preakness? There are 31 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Preakness. 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, -74.2242°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Preakness

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

30 of 31 gauged

2 of 30 waterfalls near Preakness are flowing strongly today

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

Updated 27 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 89°F

Mon 87°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 89°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 97°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny
Thu 100°F Sunny
Fri 99°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 96°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 91°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Preakness

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Verkeerder Kill Falls Strong · 355 cfs 89th percentile
  2. 2 Stony Kill Falls Strong · 355 cfs 89th percentile
  3. 3 Pottersville Falls Moderate · 18 cfs 71st percentile
  4. 4 Bass Lake Falls Moderate · 95 cfs 62nd percentile
  5. 5 Tillman Falls Moderate · 32 cfs 60th percentile
  6. 6 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 207 cfs 53rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Preakness (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

34 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

37.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Preakness (23 waterfalls)

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

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Pottersville Falls

17 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

All 31 Waterfalls Near Preakness

Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

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

Maple Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Pottersville Falls

17 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
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

37.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

Bass Lake Falls

41.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

44 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

20.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft
Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

21.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Bushkill Falls

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

Silverthread Falls

48.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dingmans Falls waterfall

Dingmans Falls

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

Twin Falls

1.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
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

Winona Falls

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

Raymondskill Falls

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

Deer Leap Falls

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

Factory Falls

33.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Preakness

Are there free waterfalls near Preakness?

There are 16 free waterfalls near Preakness, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Preakness?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Preakness?

There are 23 dog-friendly waterfalls near Preakness, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Preakness?

There are 23 kid-friendly waterfalls near Preakness, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Preakness?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Preakness?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Preakness?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Preakness?

Yes, 20 waterfalls near Preakness have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Preakness?

The closest waterfall to Preakness is Passaic Falls, approximately 2.8 miles away.

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