Waterfall Hikes Near Watchung, NJ

6,417 residents
New York Time Zone
21 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Watchung? There are 21 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Watchung. 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 40.6431°N, -74.4391°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Watchung

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

20 of 21 gauged

20 waterfalls near Watchung have live flow data today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 82°F

Tue 78°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 78°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 77°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Fri 80°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 82°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 84°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 81°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Watchung

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Scudders Falls Low · 51 cfs 20th percentile
  2. 2 Raymondskill Falls Low · 2250 cfs 16th percentile
  3. 3 Pinchot Falls Low · 2250 cfs 16th percentile
  4. 4 Buttermilk Falls Low · 47 cfs 13th percentile
  5. 5 Pottersville Falls Low · 19 cfs 12th percentile
  6. 6 Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing · 78 cfs 9th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Watchung (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

32.4 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Watchung (19 waterfalls)

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

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

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

Pottersville Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

40.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

35.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 21 Waterfalls Near Watchung

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

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

Pottersville Falls

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

Passaic Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

40.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

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

Foul Rift Falls

36.6 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

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

Tillman Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Bushkill Falls

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

Silverthread Falls

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

Dingmans Falls

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

Twin Falls

48.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winona Falls

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

Raymondskill Falls

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

Deer Leap Falls

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

Factory Falls

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

Fulmer Falls

28.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
Marshall Falls waterfall

Marshall Falls

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

Marshalls Falls

17.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Watchung

Are there free waterfalls near Watchung?

There are 15 free waterfalls near Watchung, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Watchung?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Watchung?

There are 19 dog-friendly waterfalls near Watchung, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Watchung?

There are 19 kid-friendly waterfalls near Watchung, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Watchung?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Watchung?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Watchung?

The tallest waterfall near Watchung is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Watchung?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near Watchung have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Watchung?

The closest waterfall to Watchung is Maple Falls, approximately 10.2 miles away.

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