Waterfall Hikes Near Emmaus, PA

11,644 residents
New York Time Zone
28 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Emmaus? There are 28 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

27 of 28 gauged

1 of 27 waterfalls near Emmaus is flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing Buck Hill Falls Moderate Paradise Falls Moderate Bushkill Falls Low Winona Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Moderate Marshall Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Clarke Falls Low Indian Ladder Falls Low Leavitt Falls Low Lee Falls Low Spruce Cabin Falls Low Snow Hill Falls Low Falls of Schuylkill Barely Flowing The Grotto Barely Flowing Foul Rift Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls of the Lehigh Strong Hawk Falls Moderate Tobyhanna Falls Moderate High Falls Low Little Falls Low Nay Aug Falls Moderate Pottersville Falls Barely Flowing Scudders Falls Barely Flowing Whirlpool Canyon Falls Low Tomhicken Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 86°F

Aft 86°F Partly Sunny
Fri 86°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 84°F Sunny
Sun 84°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 86°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 85°F Sunny
Wed 86°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Emmaus

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Great Falls of the Lehigh Strong · 125 cfs 78th percentile
  2. 2 Nay Aug Falls Moderate · 93 cfs 58th percentile
  3. 3 Hawk Falls Moderate · 192 cfs 49th percentile
  4. 4 Tobyhanna Falls Moderate · 192 cfs 49th percentile
  5. 5 Tomhicken Falls Moderate · 35 cfs 42nd percentile
  6. 6 Paradise Falls Moderate · 11 cfs 26th 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

32.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft

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

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

Tobyhanna Falls waterfall

Tobyhanna Falls

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

Great Falls of the Lehigh

29.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Grotto waterfall

The Grotto

49.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 28 Waterfalls Near Emmaus

Indian Ladder Falls waterfall

Indian Ladder Falls

47.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

47 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winona Falls

46.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Whirlpool Canyon Falls waterfall CC

Whirlpool Canyon Falls

12.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

41.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nay Aug Falls waterfall

Nay Aug Falls

45.6 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Emmaus

Are there free waterfalls near Emmaus?

There are 16 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 17 dog-friendly waterfalls near Emmaus, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Emmaus?

There are 18 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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