Waterfall Hikes Near Catasauqua, PA

6,512 residents
New_York Time Zone
28 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Catasauqua? There are 28 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Catasauqua. 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 40.6531°N, -75.4643°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Catasauqua

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

27 of 28 gauged

4 of 27 waterfalls near Catasauqua are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing Buck Hill Falls Strong Paradise Falls Strong Bushkill Falls Low Winona Falls Low 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 Falls of Schuylkill Barely Flowing The Grotto Barely Flowing Foul Rift Falls Moderate Great Falls of the Lehigh Moderate Hawk Falls Low Tobyhanna Falls Low High Falls Moderate Little Falls Low Nay Aug Falls Roaring Pottersville Falls Barely Flowing Scudders Falls Barely Flowing Whirlpool Canyon Falls Low Tomhicken Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Partly Sunny · 69°F

Thu 63°F Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Fri 69°F Partly Sunny Best
Sat 79°F Sunny
Sun 82°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 85°F Sunny
Tue 90°F Sunny
Wed 87°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Catasauqua (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

33.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft
Paradise Falls waterfall

Paradise Falls

25.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Catasauqua (17 waterfalls)

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

Tobyhanna Falls waterfall

Tobyhanna Falls

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

Great Falls of the Lehigh

49.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 28 Waterfalls Near Catasauqua

High Falls waterfall

High Falls

45.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tomhicken Falls

17.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Bushkill Falls waterfall

Bushkill Falls

21.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

28.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Schuylkill waterfall

Falls of Schuylkill

7.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Whirlpool Canyon Falls waterfall CC

Whirlpool Canyon Falls

16.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Nay Aug Falls waterfall

Nay Aug Falls

45 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

33.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Catasauqua

Are there free waterfalls near Catasauqua?

There are 15 free waterfalls near Catasauqua, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Catasauqua?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Catasauqua?

There are 17 dog-friendly waterfalls near Catasauqua, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Catasauqua?

There are 18 kid-friendly waterfalls near Catasauqua, including Bass Lake Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Catasauqua?

The shortest waterfall hike near Catasauqua is Bass Lake Falls at 0.7 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Catasauqua?

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

Do any waterfalls near Catasauqua require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Catasauqua?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near Catasauqua have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Catasauqua?

The closest waterfall to Catasauqua is Foul Rift Falls, approximately 23.4 miles away.

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