Waterfall Hikes Near East Orange, NJ

68,879 residents
New York Time Zone
9 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near East Orange? There are 9 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of East Orange. 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 40.7651°N, -74.2117°W

Map of Waterfalls Near East Orange

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 9 gauged

1 of 9 waterfalls near East Orange is flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Foul Rift Falls Strong Pottersville Falls Low Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Low

Updated 38 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 84°F

Tod 90°F Rain Showers Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Jun 84°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 82°F Sunny
Sun 84°F Sunny
Mon 79°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 83°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Wed 84°F Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near East Orange

Updated 38 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Foul Rift Falls Strong · 3790 cfs 87th percentile
  2. 2 Pottersville Falls Low · 12 cfs 10th percentile
  3. 3 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 1 cfs 4th percentile
  4. 4 Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing · 40 cfs 2nd percentile
  5. 5 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 24 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing · 2 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near East Orange (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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around East Orange (8 waterfalls)

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

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

19.9 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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

42.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

10.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 9 Waterfalls Near East Orange

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

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

Passaic Falls

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

Pottersville Falls

17 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
Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

37.1 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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

Bass Lake Falls

41.4 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 East Orange

Are there free waterfalls near East Orange?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near East Orange?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in East Orange?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near East Orange?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near East Orange?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near East Orange?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near East Orange?

The tallest waterfall near East Orange is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around East Orange?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near East Orange have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to East Orange?

The closest waterfall to East Orange is Maple Falls, approximately 5.4 miles away.

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