Waterfall Hikes Near Passaic, NJ

70,048 residents
New York Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Passaic? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Passaic. 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 40.8574°N, -74.1282°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Passaic

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 12 gauged

12 waterfalls near Passaic have live flow data today

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

Updated 40 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 80°F

Aft 74°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Lab 80°F Sunny Best
Tue 83°F Sunny
Wed 86°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 86°F Chance Rain Showers
Fri 78°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 79°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Passaic

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Foul Rift Falls Moderate · 8550 cfs 68th percentile
  2. 2 Verkeerder Kill Falls Moderate · 548 cfs 48th percentile
  3. 3 Stony Kill Falls Moderate · 548 cfs 48th percentile
  4. 4 Tillman Falls Moderate · 28 cfs 34th percentile
  5. 5 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 227 cfs 33rd percentile
  6. 6 Bass Lake Falls Moderate · 106 cfs 29th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Passaic (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 Passaic (11 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
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

27 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 12 Waterfalls Near Passaic

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
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

13 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Passaic

Are there free waterfalls near Passaic?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Passaic?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Passaic?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near Passaic, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Passaic?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Passaic, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Passaic?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Passaic?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Passaic?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Passaic?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Passaic have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Passaic?

The closest waterfall to Passaic is Passaic Falls, approximately 5.2 miles away.

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