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

8 of 32 waterfalls near Rainbow Lakes are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing Bushkill Falls Moderate Winona Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Moderate Marshall Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Low Clarke Falls Roaring Lee Falls Roaring Spruce Cabin Falls Roaring Snow Hill Falls Roaring Deer Leap Falls Moderate Dingmans Falls Moderate Factory Falls Moderate Fulmer Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Silverthread Falls Moderate Denton Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Katrina Falls Roaring Foul Rift Falls Low Paradise Falls Strong Pinchot Falls Low Raymondskill Falls Low Pottersville Falls Low Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Scudders Falls Low Shohola Falls Moderate Tillman Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 79°F

Tod 66°F Chance Rain Showers
Fri 68°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 79°F Sunny Best
Sun 85°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mon 85°F Sunny
Tue 89°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 89°F Chance Rain Showers

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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

23.5 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

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

Pottersville Falls

10.7 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

Bass Lake Falls

New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 33 Waterfalls Near Rainbow Lakes

Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

20.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Clarke Falls waterfall

Clarke Falls

48.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Denton Falls waterfall

Denton Falls

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

High Falls

38.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snow Hill Falls waterfall

Snow Hill Falls

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

Katrina Falls

33.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

High Falls

45.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Paradise Falls waterfall

Paradise Falls

25.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft
Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

33.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

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

Shohola Falls

19.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft

Spruce Cabin Falls

24.6 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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