Waterfall Hikes Near Emmaus, PA

11,644 residents
New York Time Zone
27 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Emmaus? There are 27 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Emmaus. 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 40.5352°N, -75.4978°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Emmaus

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

26 of 27 gauged

2 of 26 waterfalls near Emmaus are flowing strongly today

Buck Hill Falls Moderate Paradise Falls Moderate Bushkill Falls Moderate Winona Falls Moderate 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 Roaring The Grotto Roaring Foul Rift Falls Moderate Great Falls of the Lehigh Moderate Hawk Falls Moderate Tobyhanna Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Little Falls Barely Flowing Pottersville Falls Moderate Scudders Falls Moderate Whirlpool Canyon Falls Moderate Tomhicken Falls Moderate

Updated 25 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 88°F

Mon 86°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 88°F Sunny Best
Wed 95°F Sunny
Thu 99°F Sunny
Fri 100°F Sunny
Ind 96°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 91°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Emmaus

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Falls of Schuylkill Roaring · 531 cfs 94th percentile
  2. 2 The Grotto Roaring · 531 cfs 94th percentile
  3. 3 Tomhicken Falls Moderate · 41 cfs 67th percentile
  4. 4 Scudders Falls Moderate · 70 cfs 64th percentile
  5. 5 Pottersville Falls Moderate · 17 cfs 62nd percentile
  6. 6 Bass Lake Falls Moderate · 90 cfs 59th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Emmaus (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 Emmaus (16 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
The Grotto waterfall

The Grotto

48 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 27 Waterfalls Near Emmaus

Hawk Falls waterfall

Hawk Falls

29 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft
Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

37.1 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
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
Falls of Schuylkill waterfall CC

Falls of Schuylkill

14.8 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
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

1.5 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
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
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
Snow Hill Falls waterfall

Snow Hill Falls

32.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tomhicken Falls

34.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Emmaus

Are there free waterfalls near Emmaus?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Emmaus?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Emmaus?

There are 16 dog-friendly waterfalls near Emmaus, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Emmaus?

There are 17 kid-friendly waterfalls near Emmaus, including Bass Lake Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Emmaus?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Emmaus?

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

Do any waterfalls near Emmaus require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Emmaus?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near Emmaus have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Emmaus?

The closest waterfall to Emmaus is Hawk Falls, approximately 28.8 miles away.

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