AlertsLoading weather forecast... Waterfall ConditionsCurious about the flow of the falls before your visit? Check our live Earthcam to view the current condition of the Great Falls as viewed from Overlook Park! Paterson Great Falls NHP - ScheduleAs of January 1st, 2023, park staff will be available onsite 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM Wednesday - Sunday. The grounds are always available, but the best time to see the falls is between sunrise and sunset. The City of Paterson may close the Overlook Park lot after dark situationally. Portable toilets are available at the Overlook Park parking lot at our main address and are unlocked from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, staff permitting. ParkingIn general, there is free two-hour parking available at Overlook Park (72 McBride Avenue Extension) for park guests. Additional limited free streetside parking is available on Maple Street beside the entrance to Mary Ellen Kramer Park near Hinchliffe Stadium. Safety GuidelinesWhen visiting any National Park, plan like a Park Ranger! Be sure to follow all safety guidelines, dress for the weather and environment, and be alert for wildlife. For more information, review our safety resources.COVID-19 ImpactsHow Will Covid-19 Affect My Visit? When the COVID-19 Community Level is LOW or MEDIUM in the county or all the counties where the park is located based on data provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), individuals are not required to wear masks. When the COVID-19 Community Level is HIGH in the county or all the counties where the park is located based on data provided by the CDC, all individuals over the age of two must wear masks, regardless of vaccination status, in all common areas and shared workspaces in buildings owned, leased, or otherwise controlled by the National Park Service, including, but not limited to, park visitor centers, administrative offices, lodges, gift shops and restaurants. |
Last updated: January 12, 2024