Waterfall Hikes Near Plainfield, NJ
within 50 miles
Plainfield backs up against the Watchung ridges, and the falls worth driving to fan out north and west. Passaic Falls in Paterson takes a half-mile walk to watch 77 feet of river fall. Buttermilk Falls in the Water Gap is the tall one, 165 feet with 500 feet of climbing in 1.5 miles, swimming allowed. Maple Falls and Tillman Falls each run 1.5 easy miles. Eleven falls sit inside fifty miles, and a dog can come along to almost every one.
Map of Waterfalls Near Plainfield
Today's Conditions
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Water Flow
7 of 11 waterfalls near Plainfield are flowing strongly today
Updated 37 minutes ago via USGS
Best Day to Hike
Labor Day
Sunny · 79°F
Flowing best right now near Plainfield
Updated about 1 hour agoRanked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.
- 1 Foul Rift Falls Roaring · 9180 cfs 100th percentile
- 2 Tillman Falls Strong · 51 cfs 88th percentile
- 3 Silverthread Falls Strong · 15 cfs 85th percentile
- 4 Bushkill Falls Strong · 123 cfs 84th percentile
- 5 Bass Lake Falls Strong · 151 cfs 82nd percentile
- 6 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 320 cfs 82nd percentile
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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Plainfield (1 waterfall)
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.
🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Plainfield (10 waterfalls)
Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Plainfield
Are there free waterfalls near Plainfield?
There are 7 free waterfalls near Plainfield, including Bass Lake Falls.
Are there easy waterfall hikes near Plainfield?
There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Plainfield, including Passaic Falls.
Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Plainfield?
There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Plainfield, including Bass Lake Falls.
Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Plainfield?
There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Plainfield, including Bass Lake Falls.
Can you swim in any waterfalls near Plainfield?
There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Plainfield, including Buttermilk Falls.
What is the shortest waterfall hike near Plainfield?
The shortest waterfall hike near Plainfield is Bass Lake Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.
How tall are the waterfalls near Plainfield?
The tallest waterfall near Plainfield is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.
Can I camp near the waterfalls around Plainfield?
Yes, 8 waterfalls near Plainfield have nearby campgrounds.
What is the closest waterfall to Plainfield?
The closest waterfall to Plainfield is Maple Falls, approximately 10.6 miles away.
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