Waterfall Hikes Near Fair Lawn, NJ

34,948 residents

New York Time Zone

21 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fair Lawn? There are 21 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Fair Lawn. 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 40.9359°N, -74.1177°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Fair Lawn

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

21 of 21 gauged

2 of 21 waterfalls near Fair Lawn are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 89°F

Mon 87°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny

Tue 89°F Mostly Sunny Best

Wed 98°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny

Thu 100°F Sunny

Fri 100°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Ind 96°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sun 91°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Fair Lawn

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Fair Lawn (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

34 miles away

New Jersey

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Rippowan Falls

37.1 miles away

Connecticut

Easy

1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Fair Lawn (19 waterfalls)

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

Maple Falls

19.9 miles away

New Jersey

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls

42.4 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Buttermilk Falls

10.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Pottersville Falls

17 miles away

New Jersey

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 21 Waterfalls Near Fair Lawn

Passaic Falls

34 miles away

New Jersey

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Maple Falls

19.9 miles away

New Jersey

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls

42.4 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Buttermilk Falls

10.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Rippowan Falls

37.1 miles away

Connecticut

Easy

1.0 miles 200 ft

Pottersville Falls

17 miles away

New Jersey

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

41.4 miles away

New Jersey

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Tillman Falls

44 miles away

New Jersey

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Verkeerder Kill Falls

20.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

6.5 miles 700 ft

Stony Kill Falls

21.5 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.0 miles 200 ft

Bushkill Falls

48.5 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Silverthread Falls

48.7 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Dingmans Falls

49 miles away

Pennsylvania

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Foul Rift Falls

37.1 miles away

New Jersey

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Winona Falls

49.6 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.5 miles 300 ft

Raymondskill Falls

49.7 miles away

Pennsylvania

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Deer Leap Falls

33.9 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Factory Falls

33.9 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Fulmer Falls

34 miles away

Pennsylvania

Easy

1.0 miles 150 ft

Nevele Falls

3.3 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Fair Lawn

Are there free waterfalls near Fair Lawn?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Fair Lawn, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Fair Lawn?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Fair Lawn, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Fair Lawn?

There are 19 dog-friendly waterfalls near Fair Lawn, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Fair Lawn?

There are 19 kid-friendly waterfalls near Fair Lawn, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Fair Lawn?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Fair Lawn?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Fair Lawn?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Fair Lawn?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Fair Lawn have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Fair Lawn?

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

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