Waterfall Hikes Near Chesnut Hill, PA

6,493 residents
New York Time Zone
40 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Chesnut Hill? There are 40 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Chesnut Hill. 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 40.7236°N, -75.2074°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Chesnut Hill

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

39 of 40 gauged

2 of 39 waterfalls near Chesnut Hill 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 Darbytown 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 Ridgeway Falls Moderate Little Falls Moderate Wangum Falls Moderate Pinchot Falls Moderate Raymondskill Falls Moderate Pottersville Falls Low Scudders Falls Barely Flowing Shohola Falls Barely Flowing Tomhicken Falls Moderate Tillman Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 86°F

Aft 86°F Sunny Best
Thu 86°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Fri 85°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 82°F Sunny
Sun 82°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 83°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 83°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Chesnut Hill

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Great Falls of the Lehigh Roaring · 181 cfs 94th percentile
  2. 2 Tillman Falls Roaring · 69 cfs 93rd percentile
  3. 3 Lee Falls Moderate · 90 cfs 70th percentile
  4. 4 Leavitt Falls Moderate · 90 cfs 70th percentile
  5. 5 Indian Ladder Falls Moderate · 90 cfs 70th percentile
  6. 6 Spruce Cabin Falls Moderate · 90 cfs 70th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Chesnut Hill (7 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.

Marshall Falls waterfall

Marshall Falls

30 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Chesnut Hill (27 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

7.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 40 Waterfalls Near Chesnut Hill

Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

9 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

16.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Clarke Falls waterfall

Clarke Falls

26.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

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

Marshall Falls

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

Marshalls Falls

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

Pottersville Falls

25.7 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Paradise Falls waterfall

Paradise Falls

22.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft

Spruce Cabin Falls

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

Snow Hill Falls

38.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

47 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Buck Hill Falls

13.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winona Falls

46.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Leavitt Falls waterfall

Leavitt Falls

13.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

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

Indian Ladder Falls

47.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bushkill Falls waterfall

Bushkill Falls

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

Little Falls

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

Hawk Falls

32.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Chesnut Hill

Are there free waterfalls near Chesnut Hill?

There are 26 free waterfalls near Chesnut Hill, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Chesnut Hill?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Chesnut Hill, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Chesnut Hill?

There are 27 dog-friendly waterfalls near Chesnut Hill, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Chesnut Hill?

There are 28 kid-friendly waterfalls near Chesnut Hill, including Bass Lake Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Chesnut Hill?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Chesnut Hill?

The tallest waterfall near Chesnut Hill is Raymondskill Falls at 150 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Chesnut Hill require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Chesnut Hill?

Yes, 29 waterfalls near Chesnut Hill have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Chesnut Hill?

The closest waterfall to Chesnut Hill is Foul Rift Falls, approximately 9 miles away.

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