Waterfall Hikes Near Princeton, NJ
within 50 miles
Princeton splits the difference between the Delaware and the north Jersey hills, so its falls scatter both ways. Scudders Falls on the Delaware is the nearest, an easy stop by the river bridge, dogs fine. Pottersville Falls takes a half mile in the Black River gorge. The Grotto is a flat mile. Tillman Falls runs 1.5 miles. Falls of Schuylkill waits down in Philadelphia for a day in the city. Nine falls on the page, every one rated easy or close to it.
Map of Waterfalls Near Princeton
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Water Flow
4 of 9 waterfalls near Princeton are flowing strongly today
Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS
Best Day to Hike
Tuesday
Mostly Sunny · 72°F
Flowing best right now near Princeton
Updated about 1 hour agoRanked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.
- 1 Bass Lake Falls Roaring · 109 cfs 100th percentile
- 2 Tillman Falls Roaring · 27 cfs 99th percentile
- 3 Scudders Falls Roaring · 1560 cfs 95th percentile
- 4 Falls of Schuylkill Roaring · 816 cfs 94th percentile
- 5 The Grotto Roaring · 816 cfs 94th percentile
- 6 Pottersville Falls Roaring · 45 cfs 92nd percentile
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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Princeton (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.
All 9 Waterfalls Near Princeton
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Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Princeton
Are there free waterfalls near Princeton?
There are 7 free waterfalls near Princeton, including Bass Lake Falls.
Are there easy waterfall hikes near Princeton?
There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Princeton, including Bass Lake Falls.
Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Princeton?
There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Princeton, including Bass Lake Falls.
Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Princeton?
There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Princeton, including Bass Lake Falls.
What is the shortest waterfall hike near Princeton?
The shortest waterfall hike near Princeton is Bass Lake Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.
How tall are the waterfalls near Princeton?
The tallest waterfall near Princeton is Passaic Falls at 77 feet.
Can I camp near the waterfalls around Princeton?
Yes, 5 waterfalls near Princeton have nearby campgrounds.
What is the closest waterfall to Princeton?
The closest waterfall to Princeton is Scudders Falls, approximately 12.1 miles away.
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