Waterfall Hikes Near Gold Key Lake, PA

2,582 residents
New York Time Zone
48 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Gold Key Lake? There are 48 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Gold Key Lake. 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 41.3145°N, -74.9434°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Gold Key Lake

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

47 of 48 gauged

2 of 47 waterfalls near Gold Key Lake are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Moderate Buck Hill Falls Moderate Paradise Falls Moderate Bushkill Falls Moderate Winona Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Marshall Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Low Clarke Falls Moderate Indian Ladder Falls Moderate Leavitt Falls Moderate Lee Falls Moderate Spruce Cabin Falls Moderate Snow Hill Falls Moderate Darbytown Falls Moderate Deer Leap Falls Moderate Dingmans Falls Moderate Factory Falls Moderate Fulmer Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Silverthread Falls Moderate Denton Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Katrina Falls Barely Flowing Foul Rift Falls Moderate Great Falls of the Lehigh Moderate Hanging Rock Falls Moderate Hawk Falls Moderate Tobyhanna Falls Moderate High Falls Barely Flowing Ridgeway Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Wangum Falls Barely Flowing Nay Aug Falls Barely Flowing Nevele Falls Barely Flowing Pinchot Falls Low Raymondskill Falls Low Pottersville Falls Moderate Shohola Falls Barely Flowing Whirlpool Canyon Falls Moderate Verkeerder Kill Falls Strong Stony Kill Falls Strong Tompkins Falls Low Tillman Falls Moderate

Updated 24 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 85°F

Mon 85°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 86°F Sunny
Wed 92°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 96°F Sunny
Fri 96°F Sunny
Ind 92°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 88°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Gold Key Lake

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Verkeerder Kill Falls Strong · 343 cfs 87th percentile
  2. 2 Stony Kill Falls Strong · 343 cfs 87th percentile
  3. 3 Pottersville Falls Moderate · 18 cfs 70th percentile
  4. 4 Bass Lake Falls Moderate · 92 cfs 60th percentile
  5. 5 Tobyhanna Falls Moderate · 125 cfs 58th percentile
  6. 6 Tillman Falls Moderate · 32 cfs 58th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Gold Key Lake (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.

Shohola Falls waterfall

Shohola Falls

39.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft
Fulmer Falls waterfall

Fulmer Falls

34 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
Raymondskill Falls waterfall

Raymondskill Falls

49.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Gold Key Lake (31 waterfalls)

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

Factory Falls waterfall

Factory Falls

33.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Deer Leap Falls waterfall

Deer Leap Falls

33.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Pinchot Falls

49.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 48 Waterfalls Near Gold Key Lake

Shohola Falls waterfall

Shohola Falls

39.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft
Fulmer Falls waterfall

Fulmer Falls

34 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
Factory Falls waterfall

Factory Falls

33.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Deer Leap Falls waterfall

Deer Leap Falls

33.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Raymondskill Falls waterfall

Raymondskill Falls

49.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Pinchot Falls

49.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dingmans Falls waterfall

Dingmans Falls

49 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Silverthread Falls waterfall

Silverthread Falls

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

High Falls

34.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

44 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ridgeway Falls

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

Little Falls

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

Bushkill Falls

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

High Falls

46.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winona Falls

49.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft

Bass Lake Falls

41.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Indian Ladder Falls waterfall

Indian Ladder Falls

44.8 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
Leavitt Falls waterfall

Leavitt Falls

24.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Spruce Cabin Falls

26.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Gold Key Lake

Are there free waterfalls near Gold Key Lake?

There are 26 free waterfalls near Gold Key Lake, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Gold Key Lake?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Gold Key Lake, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Gold Key Lake?

There are 31 dog-friendly waterfalls near Gold Key Lake, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Gold Key Lake?

There are 32 kid-friendly waterfalls near Gold Key Lake, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Gold Key Lake?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Gold Key Lake, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Gold Key Lake?

The shortest waterfall hike near Gold Key Lake is Bass Lake Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Gold Key Lake?

The tallest waterfall near Gold Key Lake is Verkeerder Kill Falls at 187 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Gold Key Lake require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Gold Key Lake?

Yes, 28 waterfalls near Gold Key Lake have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Gold Key Lake?

The closest waterfall to Gold Key Lake is Shohola Falls, approximately 4.8 miles away.

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