Waterfall Hikes Near Sussex, NJ

1,918 residents
New_York Time Zone
46 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Sussex? There are 46 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Sussex. 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 41.2096°N, -74.6079°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Sussex

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

45 of 46 gauged

45 waterfalls near Sussex have live flow data today

Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing Buck Hill Falls Barely Flowing Paradise Falls Barely Flowing Bushkill Falls Barely Flowing Winona Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Marshall Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Clarke Falls Low Indian Ladder Falls Low Leavitt Falls Low Lee Falls Low Spruce Cabin Falls Low Snow Hill Falls Low Darbytown Falls Barely Flowing Deer Leap Falls Low Dingmans Falls Low Factory Falls Low Fulmer Falls Low High Falls Low Silverthread Falls Low Denton Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Katrina Falls Barely Flowing Foul Rift Falls Moderate Hanging Rock Falls Moderate High Falls Barely Flowing Ridgeway Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Wangum Falls Barely Flowing Nevele Falls Barely Flowing Pinchot Falls Moderate Raymondskill Falls Moderate Pottersville Falls Barely Flowing Shohola Falls Low Vernooy Falls Barely Flowing Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Stony Kill Falls Barely Flowing Tobyhanna Falls Low Tillman Falls Moderate

Updated 21 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 87°F

Aft 81°F Sunny
Sun 87°F Sunny Best
Mon 89°F Sunny
Tue 94°F Sunny
Wed 94°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 70°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Fri 70°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Sussex (7 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.

Dingmans Falls waterfall

Dingmans Falls

7.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Raymondskill Falls waterfall

Raymondskill Falls

7.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Sussex (30 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

20.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Silverthread Falls waterfall

Silverthread Falls

21.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

39.7 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Deer Leap Falls waterfall

Deer Leap Falls

45.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 46 Waterfalls Near Sussex

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Tillman Falls

39.7 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
Pinchot Falls waterfall

Pinchot Falls

21.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Denton Falls waterfall

Denton Falls

16.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

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

Katrina Falls

33.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Bushkill Falls waterfall

Bushkill Falls

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

High Falls

45.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winona Falls

22.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft

Bass Lake Falls

New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shohola Falls waterfall

Shohola Falls

19.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft
Snow Hill Falls waterfall

Snow Hill Falls

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

Leavitt Falls

45 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Sussex

Are there free waterfalls near Sussex?

There are 23 free waterfalls near Sussex, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Sussex?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Sussex, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Sussex?

There are 30 dog-friendly waterfalls near Sussex, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Sussex?

There are 31 kid-friendly waterfalls near Sussex, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Sussex?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Sussex?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Sussex?

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

Do any waterfalls near Sussex require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Sussex?

Yes, 30 waterfalls near Sussex have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Sussex?

The closest waterfall to Sussex is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 12.1 miles away.

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