Waterfall Hikes Near Woodcliff Lake, NJ

6,096 residents
New York Time Zone
24 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Woodcliff Lake? There are 24 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Woodcliff Lake. 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 41.0253°N, -74.0604°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Woodcliff Lake

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

23 of 24 gauged

17 of 23 waterfalls near Woodcliff Lake are flowing strongly today

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

Updated 30 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 75°F

Aft 84°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 81°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 75°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 79°F Sunny
Tue 81°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 81°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 83°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Woodcliff Lake

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Stony Kill Falls Roaring · 1560 cfs 97th percentile
  2. 2 Verkeerder Kill Falls Roaring · 1560 cfs 97th percentile
  3. 3 Raymondskill Falls Roaring · 9070 cfs 97th percentile
  4. 4 Pinchot Falls Roaring · 9070 cfs 97th percentile
  5. 5 Tillman Falls Strong · 47 cfs 84th percentile
  6. 6 Silverthread Falls Strong · 14 cfs 80th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Woodcliff Lake (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

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

Rippowan Falls

33.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Woodcliff Lake (22 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

27 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

48.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

31.6 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

31.2 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 24 Waterfalls Near Woodcliff Lake

Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

18.3 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

27 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

48.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

33.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

31.6 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

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

Tillman Falls

33.8 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

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

Verkeerder Kill Falls

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

Stony Kill Falls

4.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Bushkill Falls waterfall

Bushkill Falls

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

Silverthread Falls

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

Dingmans Falls

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

Twin Falls

38.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winona Falls

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

Raymondskill Falls

36 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

38.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Deer Leap Falls waterfall

Deer Leap Falls

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

Factory Falls

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

Fulmer Falls

23.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Woodcliff Lake

Are there free waterfalls near Woodcliff Lake?

There are 16 free waterfalls near Woodcliff Lake, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Woodcliff Lake?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Woodcliff Lake?

There are 22 dog-friendly waterfalls near Woodcliff Lake, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Woodcliff Lake?

There are 22 kid-friendly waterfalls near Woodcliff Lake, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Woodcliff Lake?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Woodcliff Lake?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Woodcliff Lake?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Woodcliff Lake?

Yes, 16 waterfalls near Woodcliff Lake have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Woodcliff Lake?

The closest waterfall to Woodcliff Lake is Passaic Falls, approximately 10.5 miles away.

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