Waterfall Hikes Near Bogota, NJ

8,940 residents
New York Time Zone
9 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Bogota? There are 9 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Bogota. 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 40.8751°N, -74.0293°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Bogota

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 9 gauged

5 of 9 waterfalls near Bogota are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Strong Foul Rift Falls Roaring Pottersville Falls Moderate Rippowan Falls Strong Tillman Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 79°F

Aft 85°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 81°F Sunny
Sun 76°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 79°F Sunny Best
Tue 81°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 78°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Thu 84°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Bogota

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Foul Rift Falls Roaring · 8550 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Tillman Falls Strong · 55 cfs 89th percentile
  3. 3 Bass Lake Falls Strong · 155 cfs 84th percentile
  4. 4 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 172 cfs 83rd percentile
  5. 5 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 44 cfs 80th percentile
  6. 6 Rippowan Falls Strong · 34 cfs 78th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Bogota (2 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 Bogota (8 waterfalls)

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

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

31.6 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

13 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 9 Waterfalls Near Bogota

Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

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

Maple Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Rippowan Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Pottersville Falls

13 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
Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

29.4 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Bogota

Are there free waterfalls near Bogota?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Bogota, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Bogota?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Bogota, including Passaic Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Bogota?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Bogota, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Bogota?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Bogota, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Bogota?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Bogota?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Bogota?

The tallest waterfall near Bogota is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Bogota?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Bogota have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Bogota?

The closest waterfall to Bogota is Passaic Falls, approximately 8.5 miles away.

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