Waterfall Hikes Near Big Bass Lake, PA

1,420 residents

New York Time Zone

66 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Big Bass Lake is already in the Poconos, so the waterfall driving stays short. Tobyhanna Falls runs three miles round trip along its creek near Blakeslee, 300 feet of gain, dogs welcome. Spruce Cabin Falls takes a mile toward Canadensis. Nay Aug Falls drops in a Scranton city park, half a mile from parking. Buck Hill Falls and Indian Ladder Falls carry old resort history in the hills east of here. Sixty five falls come within fifty miles of the community.

Located at 41.2525°N, -75.4795°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Big Bass Lake

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

63 of 66 gauged

1 of 63 waterfalls near Big Bass Lake is flowing strongly today

Adams Falls Moderate B Reynolds Falls Moderate Cayuga Falls Moderate Conestoga Falls Moderate Delaware Falls Moderate Erie Falls Moderate F L Ricketts Falls Moderate Ganoga Falls Moderate Harrison Wright Falls Moderate Huron Falls Moderate Kitchen Creek Falls Moderate Lewis Falls Moderate Mohawk Falls Moderate Mohican Falls Moderate Murray Reynolds Falls Moderate Oneida Falls Moderate Onondaga Falls Moderate Ozone Falls Moderate R B Ricketts Falls Moderate Seneca Falls Moderate Shawnee Falls Moderate Sheldon Reynolds Falls Moderate Wyandot Falls Moderate Tuscarora Falls Moderate Bass Lake Falls Moderate Buck Hill Falls Moderate Paradise Falls Moderate Bucks Falls Moderate Bushkill Falls Moderate Winona Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Clarke Falls Moderate Indian Ladder Falls Moderate Leavitt Falls Moderate Lee Falls Moderate Spruce Cabin Falls Moderate Snow Hill Falls Moderate Darbytown Falls Moderate Deer Leap Falls Moderate Dingmans Falls Moderate Factory Falls Moderate Fulmer Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Silverthread Falls Moderate Foul Rift Falls Moderate Great Falls of the Lehigh Moderate Hawk Falls Moderate Tobyhanna Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Ridgeway Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Little Falls Moderate Wangum Falls Moderate Nay Aug Falls Low Pinchot Falls Moderate Raymondskill Falls Moderate Shohola Falls Moderate Whirlpool Canyon Falls Strong Tomhicken Falls Moderate Tillman Falls Moderate

Updated 22 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 61°F

Fri 69°F Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sat 43°F Partly Sunny

Sun 54°F Widespread Frost then Sunny

Mon 57°F Widespread Frost then Sunny

Tue 61°F Mostly Sunny Best

Wed 60°F Sunny

Thu 57°F Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Big Bass Lake (23 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Big Bass Lake (42 waterfalls)

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Devils Hole Falls

10.7 miles away

Pennsylvania

Hard

3.1 miles 367 ft

Rattlesnake Falls

10.8 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 360 ft

All 66 Waterfalls Near Big Bass Lake

Devils Hole Falls

10.7 miles away

Pennsylvania

Hard

3.1 miles 367 ft

Rattlesnake Falls

10.8 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 360 ft

Indian Ladder Falls

10.8 miles away

Pennsylvania

Unknown

Unknown Unknown

Leavitt Falls

11.5 miles away

Pennsylvania

Unknown

Unknown Unknown

LiDAR

Buck Hill Falls

11.7 miles away

Pennsylvania

Unknown

Unknown Unknown

Great Falls of the Lehigh

12.3 miles away

Pennsylvania

Unknown

Unknown Unknown

Tobyhanna Falls

13.2 miles away

Pennsylvania

Easy

0.8 miles Unknown

Little Falls

13.3 miles away

Pennsylvania

Easy

1.5 miles Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Big Bass Lake

Are there free waterfalls near Big Bass Lake?

There are 50 free waterfalls near Big Bass Lake, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Big Bass Lake?

There are 23 easy waterfall hikes near Big Bass Lake, including Adams Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Big Bass Lake?

There are 42 dog-friendly waterfalls near Big Bass Lake, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Big Bass Lake?

There are 42 kid-friendly waterfalls near Big Bass Lake, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Big Bass Lake?

The shortest waterfall hike near Big Bass Lake is Adams Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Big Bass Lake?

The tallest waterfall near Big Bass Lake is Raymondskill Falls at 150 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Big Bass Lake require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Big Bass Lake require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Big Bass Lake?

Yes, 27 waterfalls near Big Bass Lake have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Big Bass Lake?

The closest waterfall to Big Bass Lake is Devils Hole Falls, approximately 10.7 miles away.

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