Waterfall Hikes Near Trenton, NJ

362,179 residents
New York Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Trenton sits on the fall line between the Piedmont and the Atlantic Coastal Plain along the Delaware River, where rolling hills give way to river valleys, wooded ravines, and occasional rocky outcrops. Within fifty miles hikers encounter predominantly moderate trails through old-growth forests, stream-cut gorges, and short canyon scrambles plus a single drive-up cascade, with urban-adjacent river corridors and preserved parklands providing accessible, varied terrain close to the city.

Located at 40.2237°N, -74.7641°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Trenton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 7 gauged

2 of 7 waterfalls near Trenton are flowing strongly today

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 101°F

Mon 88°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 90°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Wed 98°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny
Thu 101°F Sunny Best
Fri 102°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 98°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Trenton

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Falls of Schuylkill Roaring · 668 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 The Grotto Roaring · 668 cfs 98th percentile
  3. 3 Pottersville Falls Moderate · 18 cfs 71st percentile
  4. 4 Bass Lake Falls Moderate · 95 cfs 62nd percentile
  5. 5 Foul Rift Falls Moderate · 3370 cfs 52nd percentile
  6. 6 Scudders Falls Low · 58 cfs 17th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Trenton (6 waterfalls)

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31.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
17 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
48 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
14.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
19.9 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 7 Waterfalls Near Trenton

31.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
17 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
48 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
14.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
37.1 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
19.9 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
41.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Trenton

Are there free waterfalls near Trenton?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Trenton, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Trenton?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Trenton, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Trenton?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Trenton, including Bass Lake Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Trenton?

The shortest waterfall hike near Trenton is Bass Lake Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Trenton?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Trenton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Trenton?

The closest waterfall to Trenton is Scudders Falls, approximately 5.9 miles away.

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