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

2 of 24 waterfalls near Prospect Park are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 101°F

Mon 89°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 89°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 97°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny
Thu 101°F Sunny Best
Fri 101°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 97°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 92°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Prospect Park

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Stony Kill Falls Strong · 343 cfs 87th percentile
  2. 2 Verkeerder Kill Falls Strong · 343 cfs 87th percentile
  3. 3 Pottersville Falls Moderate · 18 cfs 70th percentile
  4. 4 Bass Lake Falls Moderate · 92 cfs 60th percentile
  5. 5 Tillman Falls Moderate · 32 cfs 58th percentile
  6. 6 Foul Rift Falls Moderate · 3390 cfs 54th percentile

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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

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

Rippowan Falls

37.1 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

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Pottersville Falls

17 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 25 Waterfalls Near Prospect Park

Fulmer Falls waterfall

Fulmer Falls

34 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
Nevele Falls waterfall

Nevele Falls

3.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Marshall Falls waterfall

Marshall Falls

23.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Marshalls Falls waterfall

Marshalls Falls

23.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Pinchot Falls

49.2 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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