Waterfall Hikes Near Prospect Park, NJ

6,299 residents
New_York Time Zone
25 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Prospect Park? There are 25 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Prospect Park. 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 40.9380°N, -74.1736°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Prospect Park

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

24 of 25 gauged

10 of 24 waterfalls near Prospect Park are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing Bushkill Falls Strong Winona Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Strong Marshall Falls Strong Twin Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Low Deer Leap Falls Strong Dingmans Falls Strong Factory Falls Strong Fulmer Falls Strong Silverthread Falls Strong Foul Rift Falls Moderate Nevele Falls Low Pinchot Falls Moderate Raymondskill Falls Moderate Pottersville Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Stony Kill Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Low

Updated 39 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 68°F

Aft 67°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 68°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 81°F Sunny
Sun 89°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 86°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 94°F Sunny
Wed 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Prospect Park (6 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 Prospect Park (22 waterfalls)

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

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Pottersville Falls

10.7 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 25 Waterfalls Near Prospect Park

Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

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

Maple Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

20.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 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
Pottersville Falls waterfall

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 waterfall

Tillman Falls

39.7 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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

21.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bushkill Falls waterfall

Bushkill Falls

21.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

34.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

21.9 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winona Falls

22.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Raymondskill Falls waterfall

Raymondskill Falls

7.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Deer Leap Falls waterfall

Deer Leap Falls

45.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Factory Falls waterfall

Factory Falls

23.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Prospect Park

Are there free waterfalls near Prospect Park?

There are 16 free waterfalls near Prospect Park, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Prospect Park?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Prospect Park, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Prospect Park?

There are 22 dog-friendly waterfalls near Prospect Park, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Prospect Park?

There are 22 kid-friendly waterfalls near Prospect Park, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Prospect Park?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Prospect Park?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Prospect Park?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Prospect Park?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near Prospect Park have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Prospect Park?

The closest waterfall to Prospect Park is Passaic Falls, approximately 1.4 miles away.

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