Waterfall Hikes Near Somerville, NJ

12,467 residents
New York Time Zone
24 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Somerville? There are 24 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Somerville. 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 40.5696°N, -74.6092°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Somerville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

23 of 24 gauged

1 of 23 waterfalls near Somerville is flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Moderate Bushkill Falls Moderate Winona Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Marshall Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Clarke Falls Moderate Lee Falls Moderate Deer Leap Falls Moderate Dingmans Falls Moderate Factory Falls Moderate Fulmer Falls Moderate Silverthread Falls Moderate Foul Rift Falls Moderate Pinchot Falls Low Raymondskill Falls Low Pottersville Falls Moderate Scudders Falls Low Tillman Falls Moderate The Grotto Roaring

Updated 44 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 97°F

Mon 88°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 90°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Wed 97°F Sunny Best
Thu 100°F Sunny
Fri 100°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 97°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Somerville

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 The Grotto Roaring · 595 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Pottersville Falls Moderate · 18 cfs 70th percentile
  3. 3 Bass Lake Falls Moderate · 92 cfs 60th percentile
  4. 4 Tillman Falls Moderate · 32 cfs 57th percentile
  5. 5 Foul Rift Falls Moderate · 3390 cfs 54th percentile
  6. 6 Twin Falls Moderate · 200 cfs 51st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Somerville (5 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 Somerville (20 waterfalls)

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

Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

17 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

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

Scudders Falls

31.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

41.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 24 Waterfalls Near Somerville

Pinchot Falls

49.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

28.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Grotto waterfall

The Grotto

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

Clarke Falls

27.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Somerville

Are there free waterfalls near Somerville?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Somerville?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Somerville, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Somerville?

There are 20 dog-friendly waterfalls near Somerville, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Somerville?

There are 20 kid-friendly waterfalls near Somerville, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Somerville?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Somerville?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Somerville?

The tallest waterfall near Somerville is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Somerville?

Yes, 19 waterfalls near Somerville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Somerville?

The closest waterfall to Somerville is Pottersville Falls, approximately 12.3 miles away.

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