New Jersey is teeming with beautiful waterfalls, and many of them are accessible via an easy hike or walk. From the roaring Paterson Great Falls—the second-most-powerful waterfall east of the Mississippi—to the charming Hemlock Falls in the South Mountain Reservation, we've rounded up waterfall hikes in northern NJ that you can tackle with even the littlest trekkers.
Waterfall hikes are great for goal-oriented kids and anyone who needs a reminder that sometimes the best adventures are in our backyard. Read on for our picks.
Be sure to check out our article on great day trips to NJ state forests and more in our Guide to New Jersey Playgrounds & Parks.