Waterfall Hikes Near Vernon Valley, NJ

1,084 residents
New York Time Zone
46 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Vernon Valley? There are 46 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Vernon Valley. 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 41.2396°N, -74.4833°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Vernon Valley

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

45 of 46 gauged

6 of 45 waterfalls near Vernon Valley are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing Buck Hill Falls Low Paradise Falls Low Bushkill Falls Low Winona Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Low Marshall Falls Low Twin Falls Low 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 Moderate Deer Leap Falls Low Dingmans Falls Low Factory Falls Low Fulmer Falls Low High Falls Low Silverthread Falls Low Denton Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Katrina Falls Roaring Foul Rift Falls Low High Falls Moderate Ridgeway Falls Moderate High Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Low Wangum Falls Low Nevele Falls Strong Pinchot Falls Barely Flowing Raymondskill Falls Barely Flowing Pottersville Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Moderate Shohola Falls Moderate Vernooy Falls Low Verkeerder Kill Falls Strong Stony Kill Falls Strong Tillman Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 80°F

Aft 83°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 82°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 81°F Sunny
Sun 79°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 80°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 80°F Sunny Best
Wed 81°F Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Vernon Valley

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Katrina Falls Roaring · 310 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 High Falls Roaring · 310 cfs 96th percentile
  3. 3 Denton Falls Roaring · 310 cfs 96th percentile
  4. 4 Verkeerder Kill Falls Strong · 799 cfs 76th percentile
  5. 5 Stony Kill Falls Strong · 799 cfs 76th percentile
  6. 6 Nevele Falls Strong · 10 cfs 75th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Vernon Valley (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.

Raymondskill Falls waterfall

Raymondskill Falls

45.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Dingmans Falls waterfall

Dingmans Falls

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

Fulmer Falls

19.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft

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

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Silverthread Falls

48 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

All 46 Waterfalls Near Vernon Valley

Paradise Falls waterfall

Paradise Falls

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

Clarke Falls

26.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Darbytown Falls

41.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wangum Falls waterfall

Wangum Falls

5.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

9 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

24.7 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Vernon Valley

Are there free waterfalls near Vernon Valley?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Vernon Valley?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Vernon Valley?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Vernon Valley?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Vernon Valley?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Vernon Valley?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Vernon Valley?

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

Do any waterfalls near Vernon Valley require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Vernon Valley?

Yes, 30 waterfalls near Vernon Valley have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Vernon Valley?

The closest waterfall to Vernon Valley is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 7.2 miles away.

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