Waterfall Hikes Near Hellertown, PA

6,109 residents
New York Time Zone
30 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hellertown? There are 30 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Hellertown. 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 40.5812°N, -75.3378°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hellertown

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

29 of 30 gauged

2 of 29 waterfalls near Hellertown 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 Deer Leap Falls Moderate Factory Falls Moderate Fulmer Falls Moderate High 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 Little Falls Moderate Wangum Falls Moderate Pottersville Falls Low Scudders Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Roaring

Updated 36 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Sunny · 86°F

Tod 86°F Sunny Best
Thu 86°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Fri 85°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 82°F Sunny
Sun 83°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 Hellertown

Updated about 2 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 Snow Hill Falls Moderate · 90 cfs 70th percentile
  4. 4 Spruce Cabin Falls Moderate · 90 cfs 70th percentile
  5. 5 Lee Falls Moderate · 90 cfs 70th percentile
  6. 6 Leavitt Falls Moderate · 90 cfs 70th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hellertown (4 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

34.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Hellertown (20 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Twin Falls

30 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 30 Waterfalls Near Hellertown

Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

20.6 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Clarke Falls waterfall

Clarke Falls

43.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Paradise Falls waterfall

Paradise Falls

34.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft
Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Twin Falls

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

The Grotto

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

Marshall Falls

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

Marshalls Falls

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

Pottersville Falls

10.2 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Buck Hill Falls

Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hawk Falls waterfall

Hawk Falls

41.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft

Spruce Cabin Falls

18.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Schuylkill waterfall CC

Falls of Schuylkill

42.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tobyhanna Falls waterfall

Tobyhanna Falls

32.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Leavitt Falls waterfall

Leavitt Falls

24.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

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

Snow Hill Falls

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

Indian Ladder Falls

36 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

14.2 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hellertown

Are there free waterfalls near Hellertown?

There are 18 free waterfalls near Hellertown, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hellertown?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Hellertown, including Fulmer Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hellertown?

There are 20 dog-friendly waterfalls near Hellertown, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hellertown?

There are 21 kid-friendly waterfalls near Hellertown, including Bass Lake Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hellertown?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Hellertown?

The tallest waterfall near Hellertown is Fulmer Falls at 56 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Hellertown require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hellertown?

Yes, 21 waterfalls near Hellertown have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hellertown?

The closest waterfall to Hellertown is Foul Rift Falls, approximately 21.5 miles away.

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