Waterfall Hikes Near William Paterson University of New Jersey, NJ

1,421 residents
New York Time Zone
32 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near William Paterson University of New Jersey? There are 32 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of William Paterson University of New Jersey. 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 40.9478°N, -74.1989°W

Map of Waterfalls Near William Paterson University of New Jersey

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

31 of 32 gauged

3 of 31 waterfalls near William Paterson University of New Jersey 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 Snow Hill Falls Low Deer Leap Falls Low Dingmans Falls Low Factory Falls Low Fulmer Falls Low Silverthread Falls Low Denton Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Katrina Falls Roaring Foul Rift Falls Low Nevele Falls Moderate Pinchot Falls Barely Flowing Raymondskill Falls Barely Flowing Pottersville Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Moderate Tillman Falls Moderate

Updated 28 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 83°F

Aft 84°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 84°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 83°F Sunny Best
Sun 81°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 82°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 82°F Sunny
Wed 83°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near William Paterson University of New Jersey

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Katrina Falls Roaring ยท 310 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Denton Falls Roaring ยท 310 cfs 96th percentile
  3. 3 High Falls Roaring ยท 310 cfs 96th percentile
  4. 4 Stony Kill Falls Strong ยท 799 cfs 76th percentile
  5. 5 Verkeerder Kill Falls Strong ยท 799 cfs 76th percentile
  6. 6 Nevele Falls Strong ยท 10 cfs 75th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near William Paterson University of New Jersey (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 William Paterson University of New Jersey (24 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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Pottersville Falls

25.7 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 32 Waterfalls Near William Paterson University of New Jersey

Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

9 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nevele Falls waterfall

Nevele Falls

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

Marshall Falls

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

Marshalls Falls

30 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Pinchot Falls

36 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

16.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Clarke Falls waterfall

Clarke Falls

26.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

30.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Denton Falls waterfall

Denton Falls

47.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

46.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snow Hill Falls waterfall

Snow Hill Falls

38.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Katrina Falls waterfall

Katrina Falls

13.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near William Paterson University of New Jersey

Are there free waterfalls near William Paterson University of New Jersey?

There are 17 free waterfalls near William Paterson University of New Jersey, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near William Paterson University of New Jersey?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near William Paterson University of New Jersey, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in William Paterson University of New Jersey?

There are 24 dog-friendly waterfalls near William Paterson University of New Jersey, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near William Paterson University of New Jersey?

There are 24 kid-friendly waterfalls near William Paterson University of New Jersey, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near William Paterson University of New Jersey?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near William Paterson University of New Jersey, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near William Paterson University of New Jersey?

The shortest waterfall hike near William Paterson University of New Jersey is Bass Lake Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near William Paterson University of New Jersey?

The tallest waterfall near William Paterson University of New Jersey is Verkeerder Kill Falls at 187 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around William Paterson University of New Jersey?

Yes, 20 waterfalls near William Paterson University of New Jersey have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to William Paterson University of New Jersey?

The closest waterfall to William Paterson University of New Jersey is Passaic Falls, approximately 2.2 miles away.

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