Waterfall Hikes Near Moonachie, NJ

3,093 residents
New York Time Zone
9 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Moonachie? There are 9 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Moonachie. 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 40.8408°N, -74.0590°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Moonachie

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 9 gauged

9 waterfalls near Moonachie have live flow data today

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

Updated 28 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 85°F

Aft 87°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 88°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 86°F Sunny
Sun 84°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 85°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 85°F Sunny Best
Wed 86°F Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Moonachie

Updated 28 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 52 cfs 69th percentile
  2. 2 Rippowan Falls Moderate · 14 cfs 32nd percentile
  3. 3 Tillman Falls Moderate · 50 cfs 25th percentile
  4. 4 Foul Rift Falls Low · 5550 cfs 11th percentile
  5. 5 Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing · 183 cfs 1st percentile
  6. 6 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 85 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Moonachie (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 Moonachie (8 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

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Pottersville Falls

25.7 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 9 Waterfalls Near Moonachie

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

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

Buttermilk Falls

17.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 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
Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

9 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Moonachie

Are there free waterfalls near Moonachie?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Moonachie?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Moonachie?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Moonachie?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Moonachie?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Moonachie?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Moonachie?

The tallest waterfall near Moonachie is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Moonachie?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Moonachie have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Moonachie?

The closest waterfall to Moonachie is Passaic Falls, approximately 8.9 miles away.

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