Waterfall Hikes Near Bethlehem, PA

76,555 residents
New York Time Zone
36 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Drive forty five minutes north from Bethlehem and the Poconos open up their creeks. Hawk Falls at Hickory Run is the family standard, 25 feet of water after 0.7 miles with 100 feet of gain and dogs allowed. Buttermilk Falls is a half mile. The long day is Twin Falls, a hard 7.2 mile loop. Closer to the Delaware, Marshall Falls takes an easy mile with 200 feet of climb. Thirty six falls land within the radius of the Lehigh Valley.

Located at 40.6266°N, -75.3679°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Bethlehem

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

35 of 36 gauged

2 of 35 waterfalls near Bethlehem are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Low Buck Hill Falls Moderate Paradise Falls Moderate Bushkill Falls Moderate Winona Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Marshall Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Clarke Falls Moderate Indian Ladder Falls Moderate Leavitt Falls Moderate Lee Falls Moderate Spruce Cabin Falls Moderate Snow Hill Falls Moderate Deer Leap Falls Moderate Dingmans Falls Moderate Factory Falls Moderate Fulmer Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Silverthread Falls Moderate Falls of Schuylkill Low The Grotto Low Foul Rift Falls Moderate Great Falls of the Lehigh Roaring Hawk Falls Low Tobyhanna Falls Low High Falls Moderate Little Falls Moderate Wangum Falls Moderate Nay Aug Falls Low Pottersville Falls Low Scudders Falls Barely Flowing Whirlpool Canyon Falls Moderate Tomhicken Falls Moderate Tillman Falls Strong

Updated 30 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Sunny · 87°F

Tod 87°F Sunny Best
Thu 87°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Fri 86°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 82°F Sunny
Sun 83°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 84°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 84°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Bethlehem

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Great Falls of the Lehigh Roaring · 189 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Tillman Falls Strong · 65 cfs 88th percentile
  3. 3 Tomhicken Falls Strong · 37 cfs 83rd percentile
  4. 4 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 710 cfs 73rd percentile
  5. 5 Twin Falls Moderate · 710 cfs 73rd percentile
  6. 6 Marshall Falls Moderate · 710 cfs 73rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Bethlehem (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.

Paradise Falls waterfall

Paradise Falls

34.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft
Hawk Falls waterfall

Hawk Falls

41.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Bethlehem (24 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

21.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 36 Waterfalls Near Bethlehem

Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

20.6 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Clarke Falls waterfall

Clarke Falls

43.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Paradise Falls waterfall

Paradise Falls

34.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft
Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

45.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

21.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hawk Falls waterfall

Hawk Falls

41.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

30 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Marshall Falls waterfall

Marshall Falls

47.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Marshalls Falls waterfall

Marshalls Falls

47.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

10.2 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tobyhanna Falls waterfall

Tobyhanna Falls

32.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft

Buck Hill Falls

Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Spruce Cabin Falls

18.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Leavitt Falls waterfall

Leavitt Falls

24.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Grotto waterfall

The Grotto

18.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls of the Lehigh waterfall CC

Great Falls of the Lehigh

47.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snow Hill Falls waterfall

Snow Hill Falls

47.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Indian Ladder Falls waterfall

Indian Ladder Falls

36 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

14.2 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winona Falls

37.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Bethlehem

Are there free waterfalls near Bethlehem?

There are 23 free waterfalls near Bethlehem, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Bethlehem?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Bethlehem, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Bethlehem?

There are 24 dog-friendly waterfalls near Bethlehem, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Bethlehem?

There are 25 kid-friendly waterfalls near Bethlehem, including Bass Lake Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Bethlehem?

The shortest waterfall hike near Bethlehem is Bass Lake Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Bethlehem?

The tallest waterfall near Bethlehem is Dingmans Falls at 130 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Bethlehem require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Bethlehem requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Bethlehem?

Yes, 24 waterfalls near Bethlehem have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Bethlehem?

The closest waterfall to Bethlehem is Foul Rift Falls, approximately 20.6 miles away.

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