Waterfall Hikes Near Stanhope, NJ

3,533 residents
New_York Time Zone
41 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Stanhope? There are 41 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Stanhope. 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 40.9141°N, -74.7027°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Stanhope

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

40 of 41 gauged

24 of 40 waterfalls near Stanhope are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing Buck Hill Falls Moderate Paradise Falls Moderate Bushkill Falls Strong Winona Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Strong Marshall Falls Strong Twin Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Clarke Falls Strong Indian Ladder Falls Strong Leavitt Falls Strong Lee Falls Strong Spruce Cabin Falls Strong Snow Hill Falls Strong Darbytown Falls Roaring Deer Leap Falls Strong Dingmans Falls Strong Factory Falls Strong Fulmer Falls Strong High Falls Strong Silverthread Falls Strong Denton Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Katrina Falls Roaring Foul Rift Falls Moderate Great Falls of the Lehigh Moderate Hawk Falls Moderate Tobyhanna Falls Moderate High Falls Roaring Ridgeway Falls Roaring Little Falls Roaring Pinchot Falls Moderate Raymondskill Falls Moderate Pottersville Falls Barely Flowing Scudders Falls Moderate Shohola Falls Moderate Tillman Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 77°F

Tod 61°F Chance Rain Showers
Fri 66°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Sat 77°F Sunny Best
Sun 84°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mon 83°F Sunny
Tue 88°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 87°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Stanhope (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 Stanhope (26 waterfalls)

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

Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

10.7 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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

21.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 41 Waterfalls Near Stanhope

Clarke Falls waterfall

Clarke Falls

Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Snow Hill Falls waterfall

Snow Hill Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

20.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 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
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

38.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shohola Falls waterfall

Shohola Falls

19.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft
Denton Falls waterfall

Denton Falls

16.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Spruce Cabin Falls

24.6 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
Buck Hill Falls waterfall CC

Buck Hill Falls

48.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Leavitt Falls waterfall

Leavitt Falls

32.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

33.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Indian Ladder Falls waterfall

Indian Ladder Falls

37 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

9.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ridgeway Falls

10.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

28.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hawk Falls waterfall

Hawk Falls

33.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft
Tobyhanna Falls waterfall

Tobyhanna Falls

35.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Great Falls of the Lehigh waterfall CC

Great Falls of the Lehigh

17.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Stanhope

Are there free waterfalls near Stanhope?

There are 21 free waterfalls near Stanhope, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Stanhope?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Stanhope?

There are 26 dog-friendly waterfalls near Stanhope, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Stanhope?

There are 27 kid-friendly waterfalls near Stanhope, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Stanhope?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Stanhope?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Stanhope?

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

Do any waterfalls near Stanhope require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Stanhope requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Stanhope?

Yes, 30 waterfalls near Stanhope have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Stanhope?

The closest waterfall to Stanhope is Pottersville Falls, approximately 10.5 miles away.

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