Waterfall Hikes Near Clifton, NJ

89,451 residents
New York Time Zone
18 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Clifton? There are 18 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Clifton. 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 40.8630°N, -74.1575°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Clifton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

18 of 18 gauged

18 waterfalls near Clifton have live flow data today

Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing Bushkill Falls Barely Flowing Winona Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Low Twin Falls Low Dingmans Falls Barely Flowing Silverthread Falls Barely Flowing Foul Rift Falls Barely Flowing Raymondskill Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Stony Kill Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 75°F

Fri 81°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 81°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 78°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 75°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 82°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Thu 81°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Clifton

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Buttermilk Falls Low · 183 cfs 20th percentile
  2. 2 Twin Falls Low · 183 cfs 20th percentile
  3. 3 Dingmans Falls Barely Flowing · 8 cfs 9th percentile
  4. 4 Raymondskill Falls Barely Flowing · 3630 cfs 9th percentile
  5. 5 Silverthread Falls Barely Flowing · 8 cfs 9th percentile
  6. 6 Foul Rift Falls Barely Flowing · 4550 cfs 7th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Clifton (4 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

8.9 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

34.2 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Clifton (17 waterfalls)

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

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

12.5 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

30.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

31.1 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

16.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 18 Waterfalls Near Clifton

Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

8.9 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

12.5 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

30.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

31.1 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

16.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

34.2 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

Bass Lake Falls

46.7 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

37 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

49.3 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

44.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft
Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

5.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

38.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bushkill Falls waterfall

Bushkill Falls

48.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silverthread Falls waterfall

Silverthread Falls

36.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dingmans Falls waterfall

Dingmans Falls

36.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

40 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winona Falls

49.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Raymondskill Falls waterfall

Raymondskill Falls

49.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Clifton

Are there free waterfalls near Clifton?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Clifton, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Clifton?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Clifton, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Clifton?

There are 17 dog-friendly waterfalls near Clifton, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Clifton?

There are 17 kid-friendly waterfalls near Clifton, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Clifton?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Clifton?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Clifton?

The tallest waterfall near Clifton is Verkeerder Kill Falls at 187 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Clifton?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Clifton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Clifton?

The closest waterfall to Clifton is Passaic Falls, approximately 3.7 miles away.

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