Waterfall Hikes Near Brookdale, NJ

10,312 residents

New_York Time Zone

14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Brookdale? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Brookdale. 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 40.8348°N, -74.1798°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Brookdale

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 14 gauged

5 of 14 waterfalls near Brookdale are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing Bushkill Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Strong Twin Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Dingmans Falls Strong Silverthread Falls Strong Foul Rift Falls Moderate Pottersville Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Low

Updated 32 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 67°F

Aft 66°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Fri 67°F Mostly Sunny Best

Sat 81°F Sunny

Sun 88°F Mostly Sunny

Mon 84°F Mostly Sunny

Tue 93°F Sunny

Wed 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Brookdale (3 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

23.5 miles away

New Jersey

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

47.2 miles away

Connecticut

Easy

1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Brookdale (13 waterfalls)

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

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

27.2 miles away

New Jersey

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

20.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

10.7 miles away

New Jersey

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Brookdale

Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

23.5 miles away

New Jersey

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

27.2 miles away

New Jersey

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

20.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

10.7 miles away

New Jersey

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

47.2 miles away

Connecticut

Easy

1.0 miles 200 ft

Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

21.9 miles away

New Jersey

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

New Jersey

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

39.7 miles away

New Jersey

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

21.3 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Bushkill Falls waterfall

Bushkill Falls

21.4 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Silverthread Falls waterfall

Silverthread Falls

21.7 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Dingmans Falls waterfall

Dingmans Falls

7.9 miles away

Pennsylvania

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

34.2 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Brookdale

Are there free waterfalls near Brookdale?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Brookdale, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Brookdale?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Brookdale, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Brookdale?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Brookdale, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Brookdale?

There are 13 kid-friendly waterfalls near Brookdale, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Brookdale?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Brookdale?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Brookdale?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Brookdale?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Brookdale have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Brookdale?

The closest waterfall to Brookdale is Passaic Falls, approximately 4.1 miles away.

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