Waterfall Hikes Near Totowa, NJ

10,975 residents
New York Time Zone
30 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Totowa? There are 30 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Totowa. 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 40.9039°N, -74.2214°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Totowa

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

29 of 30 gauged

5 of 29 waterfalls near Totowa are flowing strongly today

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

Updated 29 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 85°F

Aft 86°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 86°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 85°F Sunny Best
Sun 83°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 84°F Sunny
Wed 85°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Totowa

Updated 29 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 High Falls Roaring · 310 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Denton Falls Roaring · 310 cfs 96th percentile
  3. 3 Stony Kill Falls Strong · 799 cfs 76th percentile
  4. 4 Verkeerder Kill Falls Strong · 799 cfs 76th percentile
  5. 5 Nevele Falls Strong · 10 cfs 75th percentile
  6. 6 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 52 cfs 69th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Totowa (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

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

Rippowan Falls

24.7 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Totowa (23 waterfalls)

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

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

17.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

49 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 30 Waterfalls Near Totowa

Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

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

Maple Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

17.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

49 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

24.7 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

Bass Lake Falls

47 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

36.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

9 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

48.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft
Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

25.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Bushkill Falls

44.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silverthread Falls waterfall

Silverthread Falls

48 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dingmans Falls waterfall

Dingmans Falls

47.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

7.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winona Falls

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

Raymondskill Falls

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

Deer Leap Falls

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

Factory Falls

19.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Totowa

Are there free waterfalls near Totowa?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Totowa, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Totowa?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Totowa?

There are 23 dog-friendly waterfalls near Totowa, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Totowa?

There are 23 kid-friendly waterfalls near Totowa, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Totowa?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Totowa?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Totowa?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Totowa?

Yes, 19 waterfalls near Totowa have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Totowa?

The closest waterfall to Totowa is Passaic Falls, approximately 2.3 miles away.

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