Waterfall Hikes Near Saddle River, NJ

3,363 residents
New_York Time Zone
23 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Saddle River? There are 23 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Saddle River. 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 41.0273°N, -74.0956°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Saddle River

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

23 of 23 gauged

9 of 23 waterfalls near Saddle River are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing Bushkill Falls Strong Winona Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Low Deer Leap Falls Strong Dingmans Falls Strong Factory Falls Strong Fulmer Falls Strong Silverthread Falls Strong Denton Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring 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 38 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 79°F

Tod 64°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 66°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 79°F Sunny Best
Sun 84°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mon 84°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 89°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 89°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Saddle River (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 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 Saddle River (20 waterfalls)

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

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
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 23 Waterfalls Near Saddle River

Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

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

Maple Falls

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

Rippowan Falls

47.2 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 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
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

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
Fulmer Falls waterfall

Fulmer Falls

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

Nevele Falls

19.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pinchot Falls waterfall

Pinchot Falls

21.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Saddle River

Are there free waterfalls near Saddle River?

There are 14 free waterfalls near Saddle River, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Saddle River?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Saddle River?

There are 20 dog-friendly waterfalls near Saddle River, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Saddle River?

There are 20 kid-friendly waterfalls near Saddle River, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Saddle River?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Saddle River?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Saddle River?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Saddle River?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Saddle River have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Saddle River?

The closest waterfall to Saddle River is Passaic Falls, approximately 9.1 miles away.

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