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

14 of 39 waterfalls near Wharton are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing Buck Hill Falls Strong Paradise Falls Strong Bushkill Falls Moderate Winona Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Moderate Marshall Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Low Clarke Falls Roaring Indian Ladder Falls Roaring Leavitt Falls Roaring Lee Falls Roaring Spruce Cabin Falls Roaring Snow Hill Falls Roaring Deer Leap Falls Moderate Dingmans Falls Moderate Factory Falls Moderate Fulmer Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Silverthread Falls Moderate Denton Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Katrina Falls Roaring Foul Rift Falls Low High Falls Strong Ridgeway Falls Strong Little Falls Roaring Nevele Falls Low Pinchot Falls Low Raymondskill Falls Low Pottersville Falls Low Scudders Falls Low Shohola Falls Moderate Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 77°F

Tod 64°F Chance Rain Showers

Fri 66°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Sat 77°F Sunny Best

Sun 84°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Mon 83°F Sunny

Tue 88°F Mostly Sunny

Wed 87°F Chance Rain Showers

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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

23.5 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

10.7 miles away

New Jersey

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Maple Falls

27.2 miles away

New Jersey

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

New Jersey

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Tillman Falls

39.7 miles away

New Jersey

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls

20.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

All 40 Waterfalls Near Wharton

Lee Falls

20.4 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Clarke Falls

48.5 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Denton Falls

16.3 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

High Falls

38.1 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Snow Hill Falls

15.1 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Katrina Falls

33.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

High Falls

45.4 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Paradise Falls

25.2 miles away

Pennsylvania

Easy

1.2 miles 150 ft

Shohola Falls

19.7 miles away

Pennsylvania

Easy

0.6 miles 150 ft

Spruce Cabin Falls

24.6 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Scudders Falls

33.6 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buck Hill Falls

11.9 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Leavitt Falls

14.4 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Indian Ladder Falls

37 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Nevele Falls

19.5 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

High Falls

9.5 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Ridgeway Falls

10.6 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Little Falls

28.3 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Verkeerder Kill Falls

21.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

6.5 miles 700 ft

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Wharton

Are there free waterfalls near Wharton?

There are 19 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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