Waterfall Hikes Near Paramus, NJ

26,582 residents

New_York Time Zone

18 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Paramus? There are 18 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Paramus. 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 40.9455°N, -74.0712°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Paramus

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

18 of 18 gauged

18 waterfalls near Paramus have live flow data today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 88°F

Sun 88°F Sunny Best

Mon 84°F Sunny

Tue 95°F Sunny

Wed 96°F Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Thu 72°F Chance Rain Showers

Fri 69°F Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Sat 70°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Paramus (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

23.5 miles away

New Jersey

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Rippowan Falls

47.2 miles away

Connecticut

Easy

1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Paramus (18 waterfalls)

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

Maple Falls

27.2 miles away

New Jersey

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls

20.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Pottersville Falls

10.7 miles away

New Jersey

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 18 Waterfalls Near Paramus

Passaic Falls

23.5 miles away

New Jersey

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Maple Falls

27.2 miles away

New Jersey

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls

20.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Rippowan Falls

47.2 miles away

Connecticut

Easy

1.0 miles 200 ft

Pottersville Falls

10.7 miles away

New Jersey

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

New Jersey

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Tillman Falls

39.7 miles away

New Jersey

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Verkeerder Kill Falls

21.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

6.5 miles 700 ft

Stony Kill Falls

21.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.0 miles 200 ft

Bushkill Falls

21.4 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Silverthread Falls

21.7 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Dingmans Falls

7.9 miles away

Pennsylvania

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Winona Falls

22.6 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.5 miles 300 ft

Raymondskill Falls

7.2 miles away

Pennsylvania

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Deer Leap Falls

45.9 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Factory Falls

23.2 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Fulmer Falls

23.2 miles away

Pennsylvania

Easy

1.0 miles 150 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Paramus

Are there free waterfalls near Paramus?

There are 12 free waterfalls near Paramus, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Paramus?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Paramus?

There are 18 dog-friendly waterfalls near Paramus, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Paramus?

There are 18 kid-friendly waterfalls near Paramus, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Paramus?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Paramus?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Paramus?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Paramus?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Paramus have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Paramus?

The closest waterfall to Paramus is Passaic Falls, approximately 6.1 miles away.

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