Waterfall Hikes Near Newark, NJ
Newark's two nearest falls are close to home: Maple Falls, a seasonal cascade on the Lenape Trail in South Mountain Reservation, about 6 miles west, and the Great Falls of the Passaic in Paterson, under 10 miles north. The Passaic drops 77 feet through basalt there, and Haines Overlook Park and Mary Ellen Kramer Park both have views of it. Pottersville Falls on the Lamington River is about 24 miles west. Two different Buttermilk Falls appear on the list: a roadside cascade of about 30 feet in Warwick, New York, 31 miles out, and the one in Highland Falls beside West Point, a village once named Buttermilk Falls, about 40 miles north. Eight falls are within 50 miles, and the page lists 70 more between 50 and 100 miles.
Map of Waterfalls Near Newark
Pins are within 50 miles; hollow circles are day trips 50–100 miles out.
Today's Conditions
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Water Flow
1 of 8 waterfalls near Newark is flowing strongly today
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Flowing best right now near Newark
Updated about 1 hour agoRanked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.
- 1 Buttermilk Falls Roaring · 32 cfs 99th percentile
- 2 Foul Rift Falls Moderate · 2590 cfs 63rd percentile
- 3 Rippowan Falls Moderate · 13 cfs 35th percentile
- 4 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 50 cfs 1st percentile
- 5 Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing · 95 cfs 0th percentile
- 6 Pottersville Falls Barely Flowing · 16 cfs 0th percentile
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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Newark (5 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.
All 8 Waterfalls Near Newark
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🧭 Day Trips From Newark (71 waterfalls, 50–100 miles away)
Everything listed above is within 50 miles of Newark. Make a day of it and 71 more are within 100 miles. The closest is Tillman Falls, about 50 miles away, and the tallest is Buttermilk Falls at 549 ft. They're spread across Pennsylvania, New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New Jersey.
Distances are approximate, measured from the center of Newark; the drive is usually longer.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Newark
Are there free waterfalls near Newark?
There are 7 free waterfalls near Newark, including Bass Lake Falls.
Are there easy waterfall hikes near Newark?
There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Newark, including Bass Lake Falls.
Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Newark?
There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Newark, including Bass Lake Falls.
Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Newark?
There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Newark, including Bass Lake Falls.
What is the shortest waterfall hike near Newark?
The shortest waterfall hike near Newark is Bass Lake Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.
How tall are the waterfalls near Newark?
The tallest waterfall near Newark is Buttermilk Falls at 100 feet.
Can I camp near the waterfalls around Newark?
Yes, 4 waterfalls near Newark have nearby campgrounds.
What is the closest waterfall to Newark?
The closest waterfall to Newark is Maple Falls, approximately 6 miles away.
What waterfalls are within a day trip of Newark?
Beyond the 8 waterfalls within 50 miles, 71 more are between 50 and 100 miles from Newark. The closest of those is Tillman Falls, approximately 50.2 miles away.
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