Waterfall Hikes Near Closter, NJ

8,555 residents
New York Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Closter? There are 8 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Closter. 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 40.9733°N, -73.9604°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Closter

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 8 gauged

8 waterfalls near Closter have live flow data today

Bass Lake Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Pottersville Falls Moderate Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 104°F

Tod 97°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 104°F Sunny Best
Fri 103°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 99°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 93°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 87°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 86°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Closter

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Pottersville Falls Moderate · 16 cfs 44th percentile
  2. 2 Bass Lake Falls Moderate · 65 cfs 29th percentile
  3. 3 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 2 cfs 8th percentile
  4. 4 Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing · 3 cfs 8th percentile
  5. 5 Tillman Falls Barely Flowing · 23 cfs 7th percentile
  6. 6 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 41 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Closter (2 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

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

Rippowan Falls

37.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Closter (8 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

10.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

42.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Bass Lake Falls

41.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 8 Waterfalls Near Closter

Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

34 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Rippowan Falls

37.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

42.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Bass Lake Falls

41.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

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

Tillman Falls

44 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Closter

Are there free waterfalls near Closter?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Closter, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Closter?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Closter, including Passaic Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Closter?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Closter, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Closter?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Closter, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Closter?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Closter?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Closter?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Closter?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Closter have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Closter?

The closest waterfall to Closter is Passaic Falls, approximately 12.2 miles away.

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