Waterfall Hikes Near Wharton, NJ

7,217 residents
New York Time Zone
42 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Wharton? There are 42 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Wharton. 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 40.8998°N, -74.5808°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Wharton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

41 of 42 gauged

3 of 41 waterfalls near Wharton 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 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 Hawk Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Ridgeway Falls Moderate Little Falls Low Nevele Falls Moderate Pinchot Falls Barely Flowing Raymondskill Falls Barely Flowing Pottersville Falls Barely Flowing Scudders Falls Barely Flowing Shohola Falls Moderate Tillman Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 84°F

Aft 83°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 84°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 82°F Sunny
Sun 81°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 83°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 82°F Sunny
Wed 83°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Wharton

Updated 37 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Katrina Falls Roaring · 291 cfs 92nd percentile
  2. 2 High Falls Roaring · 291 cfs 92nd percentile
  3. 3 Denton Falls Roaring · 291 cfs 92nd percentile
  4. 4 Verkeerder Kill Falls Strong · 799 cfs 76th percentile
  5. 5 Nevele Falls Moderate · 9 cfs 72nd percentile
  6. 6 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 52 cfs 68th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Wharton (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.

Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

46.9 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Wharton (27 waterfalls)

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

Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

25.7 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

42.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

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

Tillman Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

17.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

All 42 Waterfalls Near Wharton

Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

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

Passaic Falls

46.9 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

42.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

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

Tillman Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

17.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Bushkill Falls

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

Silverthread Falls

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

Dingmans Falls

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

Twin Falls

7.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winona Falls

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

Raymondskill Falls

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

Deer Leap Falls

19.3 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
Fulmer Falls waterfall

Fulmer Falls

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

Marshall Falls

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

Marshalls Falls

30 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Pinchot Falls

36 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Wharton

Are there free waterfalls near Wharton?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Wharton?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Wharton?

There are 27 dog-friendly waterfalls near Wharton, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Wharton?

There are 28 kid-friendly waterfalls near Wharton, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Wharton?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Wharton?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Wharton?

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

Do any waterfalls near Wharton require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Wharton?

Yes, 30 waterfalls near Wharton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Wharton?

The closest waterfall to Wharton is Pottersville Falls, approximately 14.9 miles away.

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