3 Best Places To See in Paterson, NJ

My recent visit to Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park was an exceptionally positive and memorable experience, especially since it was such a gorgeous sunny day. The waterfalls themselves were truly magnificent, a powerful display of nature's force that commands attention. What truly enhanced the visit was the opportunity to view the cascading water from multiple angles and vantage points. Each perspective, whether from the overlook near the visitor center or the pedestrian bridge spanning the chasm, offered a unique and breathtaking look at the falls' grandeur. The park surrounding the falls is also a real asset. While the walking paths within the park are relatively short, they're impeccably maintained and designed to guide visitors efficiently to all the key viewing areas. It's a testament to the efforts put into preserving this important historical and natural landmark. The overall atmosphere was one of peaceful enjoyment and awe, blending the raw beauty of the falls with the rich industrial history of Paterson. If you're looking for a refreshing outdoor escape that's both visually stunning and historically significant, this spot is definitely worth a visit.

I visited the Paterson Great Falls and was truly amazed by the natural beauty and power of the waterfall. The view from the observation deck was stunning, and the sound of the rushing water created such a peaceful atmosphere. It’s a great spot for photos, walks, and soaking in history. However, I did notice that near the water, there was an unpleasant smell, similar to drainage, which took away from the experience a little. Aside from that, everything was wonderful, the park was clean, well-maintained, and had informative signs about the area’s history. It’s definitely worth a visit if you’re in the area, especially for a quick getaway into nature without leaving the city. I do recommend to search for parking prior as parking is difficult during rush hours.

Good outing for Summer and amazing waterfall to spend a day with family. The park is clean, walkable, and rich with viewpoints. The footbridge puts you right over the falls, giving you a visceral view of the churning Passaic River.

I went to Hinchliffe Stadium two years ago to see a great part of history. I've always had an admiration for not just the game of baseball but for baseball stadiums as well. Hinchliffe Stadium has a rich history behind it with minor league baseball, negro league baseball, and other sports. It was amazing knowing this stadium was built so long ago and has that old look with odd dimensions, which adds to its beauty. The world was much different back in 1932, baseball was segregated, and only day games were played. It made me think of a time I only read about in books. A beautiful ballpark.

I’ve been to the stadium twice to watch the first women’s tackle football team. The parking is free in the deck at Hinchcliffe residences which is a plus. Easy entry however the ticket window only holds two agents to assist with scanning barcode from the phone to give you wristbands for entry. Definitely suggest purchasing tickets online. The food was not pricey, but because it is prepackaged sometimes the buns on the burgers are soggy. It’s a very big stadium. Unfortunately it had begun to rain and lightning was a possibility so they cleared the stadium and sent us to the parking deck until it was safe to come back inside. Let’s go Jersey shore wave.

Great stadium to watch a baseball game. Bummer is seats are bleachers so bring a cushion. Parking is convenient in parking garage next door.