Electric Brook Falls

Schooley's Falls

Electric Brook Falls is a pair of back-to-back waterfalls in Schooley’s Mountain County Park. While they are separated by a small pool, some may consider them one waterfall (The gap between the two drops on Raymondskill Falls in Pennsylvania is significantly bigger, but that is only considered one waterfall). The general consensus is that Electric Brook Falls is two separate falls. Due to the extreme similarity in size, location, and appearance, both waterfalls are cataloged here.

Despite the argument over whether Electric Brook Falls is one or two waterfalls, there are two distinct drops. Both drops are strikingly similar and scenic along the rocky gorge trail.

Hikers can access the waterfall in as short as a half-mile round-trip hike, but a slightly longer route is ideal as it includes a few unnamed cascades on the brook, and the longer approach is slightly easier due to a rock scramble. Click the button below for a guide on reaching this waterfall.

Electric Brook Falls Information (Upper/Lower)

Click here for explanations on the information below

WaterwayElectric Brook
Drainage Area (square miles)3.04*
Drainage Area SizeSmall*
Height (feet)17.4 / 23.5
Latitude and Longitude40.795920 -74.782205
LocationWashington Township, Morris County
TypeCascade, Fantail
Best Time to VisitSpring-Fall**
Property TypeCounty Park – Schooley’s Mountain
Current StreamflowN/A

* Electric Brook Falls is located just below a dam on George Lake. This dam has a constant, but controlled outflow, meaning that the falls look good most of the year

** Despite the consistency of the waterfall, the trail is not safe in the winter without spikes due to the rocky nature.

Discover more from Explore North Jersey

Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Discover more from Explore North Jersey

Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.

More New Jersey Waterfalls