Waterfall Hikes Near Vernon Center, NJ

1,493 residents
New York Time Zone
46 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Vernon Center? There are 46 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Vernon Center. 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 41.1874°N, -74.5015°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Vernon Center

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

45 of 46 gauged

2 of 45 waterfalls near Vernon Center are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Moderate Buck Hill Falls Moderate Paradise Falls Moderate Bushkill Falls Moderate Winona Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Marshall Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Clarke Falls Moderate Indian Ladder Falls Moderate Leavitt Falls Moderate Lee Falls Moderate Spruce Cabin Falls Moderate Snow Hill Falls Moderate Darbytown Falls Moderate Deer Leap Falls Moderate Dingmans Falls Moderate Factory Falls Moderate Fulmer Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Silverthread Falls Moderate Denton Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Katrina Falls Moderate 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 Moderate Rippowan Falls Moderate Shohola Falls Barely Flowing Vernooy Falls Barely Flowing Verkeerder Kill Falls Strong Stony Kill Falls Strong Tillman Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 96°F

Mon 87°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 89°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 96°F Sunny Best
Thu 99°F Sunny
Fri 98°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 90°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Vernon Center

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Verkeerder Kill Falls Strong · 343 cfs 87th percentile
  2. 2 Stony Kill Falls Strong · 343 cfs 87th percentile
  3. 3 Pottersville Falls Moderate · 18 cfs 70th percentile
  4. 4 Bass Lake Falls Moderate · 92 cfs 60th percentile
  5. 5 Tillman Falls Moderate · 32 cfs 58th percentile
  6. 6 Darbytown Falls Moderate · 629 cfs 57th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Vernon Center (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.

Dingmans Falls waterfall

Dingmans Falls

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

Raymondskill Falls

49.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Vernon Center (30 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

42.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

44 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silverthread Falls waterfall

Silverthread Falls

48.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Deer Leap Falls waterfall

Deer Leap Falls

33.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 46 Waterfalls Near Vernon Center

Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

27.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

19.9 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

20.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft

Spruce Cabin Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

10.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

17 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Buck Hill Falls

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

Leavitt Falls

24.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Marshall Falls waterfall

Marshall Falls

23.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Marshalls Falls waterfall

Marshalls Falls

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

Indian Ladder Falls

44.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

1.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

21.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

High Falls

34.1 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
Paradise Falls waterfall

Paradise Falls

12.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft
Clarke Falls waterfall

Clarke Falls

27.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Ridgeway Falls

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

Little Falls

41.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Vernon Center

Are there free waterfalls near Vernon Center?

There are 25 free waterfalls near Vernon Center, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Vernon Center?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Vernon Center?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Vernon Center?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Vernon Center?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Vernon Center?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Vernon Center?

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

Do any waterfalls near Vernon Center require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Vernon Center?

Yes, 30 waterfalls near Vernon Center have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Vernon Center?

The closest waterfall to Vernon Center is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 8.6 miles away.

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