Waterfall Hikes Near Leonia, NJ

9,273 residents
New York Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Leonia? There are 8 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Leonia. 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 40.8638°N, -73.9900°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Leonia

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 8 gauged

4 of 8 waterfalls near Leonia are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 75°F

Aft 84°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 80°F Sunny
Sun 75°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 78°F Sunny
Tue 80°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 77°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Thu 83°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Leonia

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 Bass Lake Falls Strong · 155 cfs 84th percentile
  3. 3 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 172 cfs 83rd percentile
  4. 4 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 44 cfs 80th percentile
  5. 5 Rippowan Falls Strong · 34 cfs 78th percentile
  6. 6 Pottersville Falls Moderate · 41 cfs 57th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Leonia (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 Leonia (7 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 8 Waterfalls Near Leonia

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Leonia

Are there free waterfalls near Leonia?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Leonia?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Leonia?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Leonia, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Leonia?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Leonia, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Leonia?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Leonia?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Leonia?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Leonia?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Leonia have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Leonia?

The closest waterfall to Leonia is Passaic Falls, approximately 10.7 miles away.

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