Waterfall Hikes Near Bethlehem, PA

76,555 residents
New York Time Zone
35 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Bethlehem? There are 35 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Bethlehem. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

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

34 of 35 gauged

16 of 34 waterfalls near Bethlehem are flowing strongly today

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

Updated 29 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 88°F

Sat 79°F Rain Showers Likely then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 84°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 88°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 90°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 97°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 101°F Sunny
Fri 99°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Bethlehem

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Foul Rift Falls Roaring · 3910 cfs 93rd percentile
  2. 2 Tobyhanna Falls Roaring · 129 cfs 92nd percentile
  3. 3 Hawk Falls Roaring · 129 cfs 92nd percentile
  4. 4 Bass Lake Falls Roaring · 155 cfs 91st percentile
  5. 5 Silverthread Falls Strong · 10 cfs 89th percentile
  6. 6 High Falls Strong · 10 cfs 89th 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

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

Hawk Falls

29 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Bethlehem (23 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

48.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 35 Waterfalls Near Bethlehem

Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

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

Clarke Falls

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

Paradise Falls

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

Lee Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Hawk Falls

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

Twin Falls

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

Marshall Falls

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

Marshalls Falls

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

Pottersville Falls

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

Tobyhanna Falls

20.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft

Buck Hill Falls

24.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Spruce Cabin Falls

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

Leavitt Falls

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

The Grotto

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

Great Falls of the Lehigh

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

Snow Hill Falls

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

Indian Ladder Falls

44.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

41.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winona Falls

49.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Bethlehem

Are there free waterfalls near Bethlehem?

There are 22 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 23 dog-friendly waterfalls near Bethlehem, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Bethlehem?

There are 24 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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