Waterfall Hikes Near Kempton, PA

158 residents
New York Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Kempton? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Kempton. 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 40.6278°N, -75.8546°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Kempton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 11 gauged

6 of 11 waterfalls near Kempton are flowing strongly today

Buttermilk Falls Strong Clarke Falls Moderate Lee Falls Moderate Foul Rift Falls Roaring Great Falls of the Lehigh Roaring Hawk Falls Roaring Tobyhanna Falls Roaring Nay Aug Falls Moderate Paradise Falls Moderate Whirlpool Canyon Falls Moderate Tomhicken Falls Strong

Updated 26 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 88°F

Tod 81°F Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 85°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 88°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 95°F Sunny
Thu 99°F Sunny
Fri 99°F Sunny
Ind 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Kempton

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Great Falls of the Lehigh Roaring · 73 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 Foul Rift Falls Roaring · 4040 cfs 97th percentile
  3. 3 Hawk Falls Roaring · 147 cfs 92nd percentile
  4. 4 Tobyhanna Falls Roaring · 147 cfs 92nd percentile
  5. 5 Tomhicken Falls Strong · 44 cfs 84th percentile
  6. 6 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 274 cfs 82nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Kempton (2 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 Kempton (6 waterfalls)

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

Tomhicken Falls

34.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 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

All 11 Waterfalls Near Kempton

Tomhicken Falls

34.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Hawk Falls waterfall

Hawk Falls

29 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft
Whirlpool Canyon Falls waterfall CC

Whirlpool Canyon Falls

22.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 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
Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

37.1 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nay Aug Falls waterfall

Nay Aug Falls

27.8 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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

48.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Kempton

Are there free waterfalls near Kempton?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Kempton, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Kempton?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Kempton, including Hawk Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Kempton?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Kempton, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Kempton?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Kempton, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Kempton?

The shortest waterfall hike near Kempton is Buttermilk Falls at 0.7 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Kempton?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Kempton?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Kempton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Kempton?

The closest waterfall to Kempton is Tomhicken Falls, approximately 26.2 miles away.

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