Waterfall Hikes Near Rainbow Lakes, NJ

1,187 residents
New York Time Zone
33 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Rainbow Lakes? There are 33 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Rainbow Lakes. 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 40.8750°N, -74.4535°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Rainbow Lakes

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

32 of 33 gauged

32 waterfalls near Rainbow Lakes have live flow data 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 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 Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Katrina Falls Barely Flowing Foul Rift Falls Moderate Paradise Falls Moderate Pinchot Falls Low Raymondskill Falls Low Pottersville Falls Moderate Rippowan Falls Moderate Scudders Falls Moderate Shohola Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Moderate

Updated 41 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 88°F

Mon 87°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 88°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 96°F Sunny
Thu 99°F Sunny
Fri 99°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 91°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Rainbow Lakes

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Pottersville Falls Moderate · 18 cfs 70th percentile
  2. 2 Bass Lake Falls Moderate · 90 cfs 59th percentile
  3. 3 Foul Rift Falls Moderate · 3440 cfs 58th percentile
  4. 4 Tillman Falls Moderate · 32 cfs 57th percentile
  5. 5 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 195 cfs 49th percentile
  6. 6 Marshall Falls Moderate · 195 cfs 49th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Rainbow Lakes (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

34 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Rainbow Lakes (24 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
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

17 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

Bass Lake Falls

41.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 33 Waterfalls Near Rainbow Lakes

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

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

Passaic Falls

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

Pottersville Falls

17 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

Bass Lake Falls

41.4 miles away
New Jersey
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
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

44 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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

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
Fulmer Falls waterfall

Fulmer Falls

34 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 150 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Rainbow Lakes

Are there free waterfalls near Rainbow Lakes?

There are 19 free waterfalls near Rainbow Lakes, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Rainbow Lakes?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Rainbow Lakes, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Rainbow Lakes?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Rainbow Lakes?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Rainbow Lakes?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Rainbow Lakes?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Rainbow Lakes?

The tallest waterfall near Rainbow Lakes is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Rainbow Lakes?

Yes, 24 waterfalls near Rainbow Lakes have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Rainbow Lakes?

The closest waterfall to Rainbow Lakes is Maple Falls, approximately 13.2 miles away.

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