Waterfall Hikes Near Elmwood Park, NJ

21,261 residents
New York Time Zone
21 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Elmwood Park? There are 21 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Elmwood Park. 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 40.9049°N, -74.1201°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Elmwood Park

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

21 of 21 gauged

2 of 21 waterfalls near Elmwood Park are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing Bushkill Falls Low Winona Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Low Twin Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Deer Leap Falls Low Dingmans Falls Low Factory Falls Low Fulmer Falls Low Silverthread Falls Low Foul Rift Falls Low Pottersville Falls Barely Flowing Raymondskill Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Moderate Verkeerder Kill Falls Strong Stony Kill Falls Strong Tillman Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 84°F

Aft 86°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 87°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 85°F Sunny
Sun 83°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 84°F Sunny Best
Wed 85°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Elmwood Park

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Stony Kill Falls Strong · 799 cfs 76th percentile
  2. 2 Verkeerder Kill Falls Strong · 799 cfs 76th percentile
  3. 3 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 52 cfs 69th percentile
  4. 4 Rippowan Falls Moderate · 14 cfs 32nd percentile
  5. 5 Tillman Falls Moderate · 50 cfs 25th percentile
  6. 6 Buttermilk Falls Low · 389 cfs 17th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Elmwood Park (5 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

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

Rippowan Falls

24.7 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Elmwood Park (20 waterfalls)

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

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

49 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

25.7 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 21 Waterfalls Near Elmwood Park

Fulmer Falls waterfall

Fulmer Falls

19.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Elmwood Park

Are there free waterfalls near Elmwood Park?

There are 14 free waterfalls near Elmwood Park, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Elmwood Park?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Elmwood Park, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Elmwood Park?

There are 20 dog-friendly waterfalls near Elmwood Park, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Elmwood Park?

There are 20 kid-friendly waterfalls near Elmwood Park, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Elmwood Park?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Elmwood Park?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Elmwood Park?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Elmwood Park?

Yes, 15 waterfalls near Elmwood Park have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Elmwood Park?

The closest waterfall to Elmwood Park is Passaic Falls, approximately 3.2 miles away.

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