Waterfall Hikes Near Whippany, NJ

8,888 residents
New York Time Zone
31 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Whippany? There are 31 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Whippany. 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 40.8233°N, -74.4184°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Whippany

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

30 of 31 gauged

1 of 30 waterfalls near Whippany is flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing Bushkill Falls Barely Flowing Winona Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Marshall Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing Clarke Falls Moderate Lee Falls Moderate Snow Hill Falls Moderate Deer Leap Falls Barely Flowing Dingmans Falls Barely Flowing Factory Falls Barely Flowing Fulmer Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Silverthread Falls Barely Flowing Denton Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Katrina Falls Barely Flowing Foul Rift Falls Barely Flowing Paradise Falls Strong Pinchot Falls Barely Flowing Raymondskill Falls Barely Flowing Pottersville Falls Low Rippowan Falls Low Scudders Falls Low Tillman Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 83°F

Tue 79°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 78°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 77°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Fri 81°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 83°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 85°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 81°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Whippany

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Paradise Falls Strong · 11 cfs 79th percentile
  2. 2 Snow Hill Falls Moderate · 24 cfs 32nd percentile
  3. 3 Clarke Falls Moderate · 24 cfs 32nd percentile
  4. 4 Lee Falls Moderate · 24 cfs 32nd percentile
  5. 5 Scudders Falls Low · 51 cfs 20th percentile
  6. 6 Raymondskill Falls Low · 2250 cfs 16th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Whippany (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

32.4 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Whippany (22 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

Bass Lake Falls

40.9 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 31 Waterfalls Near Whippany

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

18.3 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
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
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

Pinchot Falls

22.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Whippany

Are there free waterfalls near Whippany?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Whippany, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Whippany?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Whippany?

There are 22 dog-friendly waterfalls near Whippany, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Whippany?

There are 23 kid-friendly waterfalls near Whippany, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Whippany?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Whippany?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Whippany?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Whippany?

Yes, 22 waterfalls near Whippany have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Whippany?

The closest waterfall to Whippany is Maple Falls, approximately 9.2 miles away.

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