Waterfall Hikes Near Emerald Lakes, PA

3,228 residents
New York Time Zone
63 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Emerald Lakes? There are 63 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Emerald Lakes. 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 41.0845°N, -75.4154°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Emerald Lakes

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

62 of 63 gauged

10 of 62 waterfalls near Emerald Lakes are 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 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 Barely Flowing Paradise Falls Barely Flowing Bucks Falls Moderate Bushkill Falls Moderate Winona Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Marshall 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 Strong Deer Leap Falls Moderate Dingmans Falls Moderate Factory Falls Moderate Fulmer Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Silverthread Falls Moderate Foul Rift Falls Roaring Great Falls of the Lehigh Moderate Hawk Falls Moderate Tobyhanna Falls Moderate High Falls Strong Ridgeway Falls Strong Little Falls Strong Wangum Falls Strong Nay Aug Falls Strong Pinchot Falls Strong Raymondskill Falls Strong Pottersville Falls Barely Flowing Shohola Falls Low Whirlpool Canyon Falls Roaring Tomhicken Falls Moderate Tillman Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 70°F

Aft 74°F Sunny
Sun 70°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 71°F Sunny
Tue 74°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 77°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 74°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Fri 67°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Emerald Lakes

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Whirlpool Canyon Falls Roaring · 21100 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Foul Rift Falls Roaring · 11400 cfs 95th percentile
  3. 3 Darbytown Falls Strong · 1430 cfs 81st percentile
  4. 4 Ridgeway Falls Strong · 1430 cfs 80th percentile
  5. 5 High Falls Strong · 1430 cfs 80th percentile
  6. 6 Little Falls Strong · 483 cfs 79th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Emerald Lakes (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.

Paradise Falls waterfall

Paradise Falls

48.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Emerald Lakes (47 waterfalls)

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

Tobyhanna Falls waterfall

Tobyhanna Falls

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

Great Falls of the Lehigh

47 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 63 Waterfalls Near Emerald Lakes

Paradise Falls waterfall

Paradise Falls

48.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft
Tobyhanna Falls waterfall

Tobyhanna Falls

Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Clarke Falls waterfall

Clarke Falls

48.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

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

Great Falls of the Lehigh

47 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Buck Hill Falls

32 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Spruce Cabin Falls

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

Hawk Falls

41.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft
Marshall Falls waterfall

Marshall Falls

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

Marshalls Falls

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

Leavitt Falls

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

Twin Falls

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

Snow Hill Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Indian Ladder Falls

24.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winona Falls

39.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

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

Bushkill Falls

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

Little Falls

39.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

31.2 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Emerald Lakes

Are there free waterfalls near Emerald Lakes?

There are 46 free waterfalls near Emerald Lakes, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Emerald Lakes?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Emerald Lakes, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Emerald Lakes?

There are 47 dog-friendly waterfalls near Emerald Lakes, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Emerald Lakes?

There are 41 kid-friendly waterfalls near Emerald Lakes, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Emerald Lakes?

The shortest waterfall hike near Emerald Lakes is Adams Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Emerald Lakes?

The tallest waterfall near Emerald Lakes is Raymondskill Falls at 150 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Emerald Lakes require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Emerald Lakes require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Emerald Lakes?

Yes, 28 waterfalls near Emerald Lakes have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Emerald Lakes?

The closest waterfall to Emerald Lakes is Paradise Falls, approximately 7.3 miles away.

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