Waterfall Hikes Near Maywood, NJ

10,040 residents
New York Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Maywood? There are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Maywood. 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 40.9025°N, -74.0634°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Maywood

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 10 gauged

1 of 10 waterfalls near Maywood is flowing strongly today

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

Updated 29 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 85°F

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

Flowing best right now near Maywood

Updated 29 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Verkeerder Kill Falls Strong · 799 cfs 76th percentile
  2. 2 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 52 cfs 69th percentile
  3. 3 Rippowan Falls Moderate · 14 cfs 32nd percentile
  4. 4 Tillman Falls Moderate · 50 cfs 25th percentile
  5. 5 Foul Rift Falls Low · 5550 cfs 11th percentile
  6. 6 Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing · 183 cfs 1st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Maywood (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

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 Maywood (9 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 10 Waterfalls Near Maywood

Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

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

Rippowan Falls

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

Pottersville Falls

25.7 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

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

Tillman Falls

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

Foul Rift Falls

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

Verkeerder Kill Falls

48.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Maywood

Are there free waterfalls near Maywood?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Maywood?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Maywood?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Maywood, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Maywood?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Maywood, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Maywood?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Maywood?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Maywood?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Maywood?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Maywood have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Maywood?

The closest waterfall to Maywood is Passaic Falls, approximately 5.7 miles away.

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