Waterfall Hikes Near Northvale, NJ

4,769 residents
New York Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Northvale? There are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Northvale. 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 41.0101°N, -73.9505°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Northvale

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 10 gauged

6 of 10 waterfalls near Northvale are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Strong Pottersville Falls Moderate Rippowan Falls Moderate Verkeerder Kill Falls Roaring Stony Kill Falls Roaring Tillman Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 76°F

Aft 85°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 81°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 76°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 79°F Sunny
Tue 82°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 82°F Partly Sunny
Thu 84°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Northvale

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Verkeerder Kill Falls Roaring · 1560 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Stony Kill Falls Roaring · 1560 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Tillman Falls Strong · 51 cfs 88th percentile
  4. 4 Bass Lake Falls Strong · 151 cfs 82nd percentile
  5. 5 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 42 cfs 79th percentile
  6. 6 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 161 cfs 75th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Northvale (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 Northvale (10 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 10 Waterfalls Near Northvale

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
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
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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Northvale

Are there free waterfalls near Northvale?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Northvale?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Northvale?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Northvale, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Northvale?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Northvale, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Northvale?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Northvale?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Northvale?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Northvale?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Northvale have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Northvale?

The closest waterfall to Northvale is Passaic Falls, approximately 14.4 miles away.

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