Waterfall Hikes Near Summit, NJ

22,555 residents
New York Time Zone
24 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Summit? There are 24 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Summit. 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 40.7154°N, -74.3647°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Summit

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

23 of 24 gauged

23 waterfalls near Summit have live flow data today

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

Updated 36 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 84°F

Aft 85°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 86°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 84°F Sunny Best
Sun 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 83°F Sunny
Wed 84°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Summit

Updated 36 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Verkeerder Kill Falls Strong · 799 cfs 76th percentile
  2. 2 Nevele Falls Moderate · 9 cfs 72nd percentile
  3. 3 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 52 cfs 68th percentile
  4. 4 Tillman Falls Moderate · 50 cfs 25th percentile
  5. 5 Twin Falls Low · 385 cfs 14th percentile
  6. 6 Marshall Falls Low · 385 cfs 14th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Summit (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

46.9 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Summit (21 waterfalls)

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

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

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

Pottersville Falls

25.7 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

17.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Bass Lake Falls

47 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 24 Waterfalls Near Summit

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

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

Pottersville Falls

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

Passaic Falls

46.9 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

17.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

9 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

47 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

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

Scudders Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bushkill Falls waterfall

Bushkill Falls

44.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silverthread Falls waterfall

Silverthread Falls

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

Dingmans Falls

47.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

7.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winona Falls

46.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Raymondskill Falls waterfall

Raymondskill Falls

45.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Deer Leap Falls waterfall

Deer Leap Falls

19.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Factory Falls waterfall

Factory Falls

19.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fulmer Falls waterfall

Fulmer Falls

19.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

48.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

49 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Summit

Are there free waterfalls near Summit?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Summit?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Summit?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Summit?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Summit?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Summit?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Summit?

The tallest waterfall near Summit is Verkeerder Kill Falls at 187 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Summit?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near Summit have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Summit?

The closest waterfall to Summit is Maple Falls, approximately 3.5 miles away.

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