Waterfall Hikes Near Stirling, NJ

3,138 residents
New York Time Zone
23 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Stirling? There are 23 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Stirling. 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 40.6782°N, -74.4936°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Stirling

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

22 of 23 gauged

22 waterfalls near Stirling have live flow data 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 Moderate Raymondskill Falls Moderate Pottersville Falls Moderate Scudders Falls Low Tillman Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 89°F

Mon 86°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 89°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 97°F Sunny
Thu 98°F Sunny
Fri 99°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 90°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Stirling

Updated about 2 hours 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 · 92 cfs 60th percentile
  3. 3 Tillman Falls Moderate · 32 cfs 58th percentile
  4. 4 Foul Rift Falls Moderate · 3390 cfs 54th percentile
  5. 5 Twin Falls Moderate · 200 cfs 51st percentile
  6. 6 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 200 cfs 51st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Stirling (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 Stirling (19 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
Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

31.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 23 Waterfalls Near Stirling

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
Clarke Falls waterfall

Clarke Falls

27.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Stirling

Are there free waterfalls near Stirling?

There are 15 free waterfalls near Stirling, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Stirling?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Stirling?

There are 19 dog-friendly waterfalls near Stirling, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Stirling?

There are 19 kid-friendly waterfalls near Stirling, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Stirling?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Stirling?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Stirling?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Stirling?

Yes, 19 waterfalls near Stirling have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Stirling?

The closest waterfall to Stirling is Maple Falls, approximately 10.8 miles away.

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