Waterfall Hikes Near Wharton, NJ

7,217 residents
New York Time Zone
40 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Wharton? There are 40 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

39 of 40 gauged

1 of 39 waterfalls near Wharton is 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 Deer Leap Falls Moderate Dingmans Falls Moderate Factory Falls Moderate Fulmer Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Silverthread Falls Moderate Denton Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Katrina Falls Barely Flowing Foul Rift Falls Moderate High Falls Barely Flowing Ridgeway Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Nevele Falls Barely Flowing Pinchot Falls Low Raymondskill Falls Low Pottersville Falls Moderate Scudders Falls Moderate Shohola Falls Barely Flowing Verkeerder Kill Falls Strong Tillman Falls Moderate

Updated 42 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 98°F

Mon 85°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 86°F Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Wed 94°F Sunny
Thu 98°F Sunny Best
Fri 97°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 89°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Wharton

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Verkeerder Kill Falls Strong · 332 cfs 84th percentile
  2. 2 Pottersville Falls Moderate · 18 cfs 70th percentile
  3. 3 Bass Lake Falls Moderate · 90 cfs 59th percentile
  4. 4 Foul Rift Falls Moderate · 3440 cfs 58th percentile
  5. 5 Tillman Falls Moderate · 32 cfs 57th percentile
  6. 6 Marshall Falls Moderate · 195 cfs 49th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Wharton (7 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

34 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Wharton (25 waterfalls)

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

Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

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

Maple Falls

19.9 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

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

Tillman Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

42.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

All 40 Waterfalls Near Wharton

Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

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

Passaic Falls

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

Maple Falls

19.9 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

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

Tillman Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Foul Rift Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Bushkill Falls

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

Silverthread Falls

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

Dingmans Falls

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

Twin Falls

1.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winona Falls

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

Raymondskill Falls

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

Deer Leap Falls

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

Factory Falls

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

Fulmer Falls

34 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 150 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

Pinchot Falls

49.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Wharton

Are there free waterfalls near Wharton?

There are 21 free waterfalls near Wharton, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Wharton?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Wharton, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Wharton?

There are 25 dog-friendly waterfalls near Wharton, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Wharton?

There are 26 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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