Waterfall Hikes Near Old Tappan, NJ

5,863 residents
New_York Time Zone
13 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Old Tappan? There are 13 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Old Tappan. 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 41.0163°N, -73.9855°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Old Tappan

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

13 of 13 gauged

13 waterfalls near Old Tappan have live flow data today

Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Dingmans Falls Barely Flowing Silverthread Falls Barely Flowing Pottersville Falls Barely Flowing Raymondskill Falls Low Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Stony Kill Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 23 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Partly Sunny · 73°F

Sun 89°F Sunny
Mon 87°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 95°F Sunny
Wed 90°F Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 73°F Partly Sunny Best
Fri 68°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 69°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Old Tappan (4 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

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

Rippowan Falls

47.2 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Old Tappan (13 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

20.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

27.2 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 13 Waterfalls Near Old Tappan

Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

23.5 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Rippowan Falls

47.2 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

20.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

27.2 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

39.7 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

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

Verkeerder Kill Falls

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

Stony Kill Falls

21.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Silverthread Falls waterfall

Silverthread Falls

21.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dingmans Falls waterfall

Dingmans Falls

7.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Raymondskill Falls waterfall

Raymondskill Falls

7.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Old Tappan

Are there free waterfalls near Old Tappan?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Old Tappan, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Old Tappan?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Old Tappan, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Old Tappan?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Old Tappan, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Old Tappan?

There are 13 kid-friendly waterfalls near Old Tappan, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Old Tappan?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Old Tappan?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Old Tappan?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Old Tappan?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Old Tappan have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Old Tappan?

The closest waterfall to Old Tappan is Passaic Falls, approximately 13.2 miles away.

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