Waterfall Hikes Near Breinigsville, PA

9,035 residents
New York Time Zone
20 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Breinigsville? There are 20 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Breinigsville. 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 40.5394°N, -75.6347°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Breinigsville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

19 of 20 gauged

9 of 19 waterfalls near Breinigsville are flowing strongly today

Buck Hill Falls Moderate Paradise Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Strong Marshall Falls Strong Twin Falls Strong Clarke Falls Moderate Leavitt Falls Moderate Lee Falls Moderate Spruce Cabin Falls Moderate Falls of Schuylkill Moderate The Grotto Moderate Foul Rift Falls Roaring Great Falls of the Lehigh Roaring Hawk Falls Roaring Tobyhanna Falls Roaring Pottersville Falls Roaring Scudders Falls Moderate Whirlpool Canyon Falls Moderate Tomhicken Falls Strong

Updated 30 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 87°F

Tod 81°F Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 85°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 87°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 94°F Sunny
Thu 98°F Sunny
Fri 98°F Sunny
Ind 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Breinigsville

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Great Falls of the Lehigh Roaring · 73 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 Foul Rift Falls Roaring · 4040 cfs 97th percentile
  3. 3 Tobyhanna Falls Roaring · 147 cfs 92nd percentile
  4. 4 Hawk Falls Roaring · 147 cfs 92nd percentile
  5. 5 Pottersville Falls Roaring · 20 cfs 90th percentile
  6. 6 Tomhicken Falls Strong · 44 cfs 84th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Breinigsville (3 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.

Hawk Falls waterfall

Hawk Falls

29 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Breinigsville (12 waterfalls)

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

Tobyhanna Falls waterfall

Tobyhanna Falls

20.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Great Falls of the Lehigh waterfall CC

Great Falls of the Lehigh

40.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tomhicken Falls

34.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

All 20 Waterfalls Near Breinigsville

Hawk Falls waterfall

Hawk Falls

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

Tobyhanna Falls

20.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Great Falls of the Lehigh waterfall CC

Great Falls of the Lehigh

40.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

37.1 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tomhicken Falls

34.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Whirlpool Canyon Falls waterfall CC

Whirlpool Canyon Falls

22.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
The Grotto waterfall

The Grotto

48 miles away
Pennsylvania
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
Falls of Schuylkill waterfall CC

Falls of Schuylkill

14.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

31.4 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

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Breinigsville

Are there free waterfalls near Breinigsville?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Breinigsville, including Buck Hill Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Breinigsville?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Breinigsville, including Hawk Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Breinigsville?

There are 12 dog-friendly waterfalls near Breinigsville, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Breinigsville?

There are 13 kid-friendly waterfalls near Breinigsville, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Breinigsville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Breinigsville is Buck Hill Falls at 0.7 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Breinigsville?

The tallest waterfall near Breinigsville is Hawk Falls at 25 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Breinigsville require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Breinigsville?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Breinigsville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Breinigsville?

The closest waterfall to Breinigsville is Hawk Falls, approximately 22.9 miles away.

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