Waterfall Hikes Near Short Hills, NJ

14,448 residents
New_York Time Zone
23 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Short Hills? There are 23 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Short Hills. 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 40.7389°N, -74.3278°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Short Hills

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

22 of 23 gauged

5 of 22 waterfalls near Short Hills are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing Bushkill Falls Strong Winona Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Strong Marshall Falls Strong Twin Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Deer Leap Falls Moderate Dingmans Falls Moderate Factory Falls Moderate Fulmer Falls Moderate Silverthread Falls Moderate Foul Rift Falls Low Pinchot Falls Low Raymondskill Falls Low Pottersville Falls Low Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Scudders Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Low

Updated 13 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 67°F

Tod 65°F Rain Showers Likely
Fri 67°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 79°F Sunny
Sun 84°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mon 83°F Sunny
Tue 89°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 89°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Short Hills (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

23.5 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Short Hills (21 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 23 Waterfalls Near Short Hills

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

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

Passaic Falls

23.5 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 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
Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

21.9 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
Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
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
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

47.2 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 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 Short Hills

Are there free waterfalls near Short Hills?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Short Hills, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Short Hills?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Short Hills?

There are 21 dog-friendly waterfalls near Short Hills, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Short Hills?

There are 21 kid-friendly waterfalls near Short Hills, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Short Hills?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Short Hills?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Short Hills?

The tallest waterfall near Short Hills is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Short Hills?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near Short Hills have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Short Hills?

The closest waterfall to Short Hills is Maple Falls, approximately 1.2 miles away.

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