Waterfall Hikes Near Totowa, NJ

10,975 residents
New York Time Zone
27 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Totowa? There are 27 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

26 of 27 gauged

1 of 26 waterfalls near Totowa is 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 Denton Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Foul Rift Falls Moderate Lee Falls Moderate Nevele Falls Barely Flowing Pinchot Falls Moderate Raymondskill Falls Moderate Pottersville Falls Moderate Rippowan Falls Moderate Verkeerder Kill Falls Strong Tillman Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 101°F

Mon 88°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 100°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 95°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 Totowa

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Verkeerder Kill Falls Strong · 343 cfs 87th percentile
  2. 2 Pottersville Falls Moderate · 18 cfs 70th percentile
  3. 3 Bass Lake Falls Moderate · 92 cfs 60th percentile
  4. 4 Tillman Falls Moderate · 32 cfs 58th percentile
  5. 5 Foul Rift Falls Moderate · 3390 cfs 54th percentile
  6. 6 Twin Falls Moderate · 200 cfs 51st 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

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 Totowa (21 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
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

10.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 27 Waterfalls Near Totowa

Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

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

Pottersville Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Rippowan Falls

37.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

Bass Lake Falls

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

Tillman Falls

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

Foul Rift Falls

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

Verkeerder Kill Falls

20.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Bushkill Falls

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

Silverthread Falls

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

Dingmans Falls

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

Twin Falls

1.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winona Falls

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

Raymondskill Falls

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

Deer Leap Falls

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

Factory Falls

33.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fulmer Falls waterfall

Fulmer Falls

34 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Totowa

Are there free waterfalls near Totowa?

There are 16 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 21 dog-friendly waterfalls near Totowa, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Totowa?

There are 21 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, 18 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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