Waterfall Hikes Near Hellertown, PA

6,109 residents
New_York Time Zone
29 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hellertown? There are 29 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

28 of 29 gauged

2 of 28 waterfalls near Hellertown are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing Buck Hill Falls Strong Paradise Falls Strong Bushkill Falls Low Winona Falls Low 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 Deer Leap Falls Moderate Factory Falls Moderate Fulmer Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Falls of Schuylkill Barely Flowing The Grotto Barely Flowing Foul Rift Falls Moderate Great Falls of the Lehigh Moderate Hawk Falls Low Tobyhanna Falls Low Little Falls Low Pottersville Falls Barely Flowing Scudders Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Partly Sunny · 69°F

Thu 63°F Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Fri 69°F Partly Sunny Best
Sat 79°F Sunny
Sun 81°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 84°F Sunny
Tue 89°F Sunny
Wed 87°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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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

25.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Hellertown (19 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Twin Falls

34.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 29 Waterfalls Near Hellertown

Winona Falls

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

High Falls

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

Great Falls of the Lehigh

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

Bushkill Falls

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

Little Falls

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

Tillman Falls

39.7 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Deer Leap Falls waterfall

Deer Leap Falls

45.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Factory Falls waterfall

Factory Falls

23.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fulmer Falls waterfall

Fulmer Falls

23.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hellertown

Are there free waterfalls near Hellertown?

There are 16 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 19 dog-friendly waterfalls near Hellertown, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hellertown?

There are 20 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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