Waterfall Hikes Near Garfield, NJ

32,472 residents
New York Time Zone
13 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Garfield? There are 13 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Garfield. 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 40.8791°N, -74.1085°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Garfield

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

13 of 13 gauged

13 waterfalls near Garfield have live flow data today

Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing Bushkill Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Low Foul Rift Falls Barely Flowing Pottersville Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Verkeerder Kill Falls Low Stony Kill Falls Low Tillman Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 82°F

Thu 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 85°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Sat 82°F Sunny Best
Sun 84°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 87°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 87°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Wed 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Garfield

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Verkeerder Kill Falls Low · 338 cfs 22nd percentile
  2. 2 Stony Kill Falls Low · 338 cfs 22nd percentile
  3. 3 Foul Rift Falls Low · 3910 cfs 12th percentile
  4. 4 Buttermilk Falls Low · 76 cfs 11th percentile
  5. 5 Pottersville Falls Low · 46 cfs 10th percentile
  6. 6 Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing · 11 cfs 9th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Garfield (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

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

Rippowan Falls

33.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Garfield (12 waterfalls)

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

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Pottersville Falls

13 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 13 Waterfalls Near Garfield

Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

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

Maple Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Rippowan Falls

33.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

13 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

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

Foul Rift Falls

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

Tillman Falls

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

Verkeerder Kill Falls

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

Stony Kill Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Bushkill Falls

38.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Garfield

Are there free waterfalls near Garfield?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Garfield, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Garfield?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Garfield?

There are 12 dog-friendly waterfalls near Garfield, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Garfield?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near Garfield, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Garfield?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Garfield?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Garfield?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Garfield?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Garfield have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Garfield?

The closest waterfall to Garfield is Passaic Falls, approximately 4.9 miles away.

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