Waterfall Hikes Near Kutztown, PA

4,213 residents
New York Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Blue Mountain stands between Kutztown and its waterfalls, so every trip starts with the drive north. Hawk Falls rewards the first stop, 25 feet of drop for seven tenths of a mile. Nay Aug Falls needs half a mile, The Grotto an easy mile. Tomhicken runs two miles and gains 200 feet. Tobyhanna stretches three miles, Great Falls of the Lehigh four. Whirlpool Canyon Falls climbs 300 feet over its two miles and carries no dog note in our records. Eleven falls sit in the circle.

Located at 40.5212°N, -75.7772°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Kutztown

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 11 gauged

1 of 11 waterfalls near Kutztown is flowing strongly today

Buttermilk Falls Moderate Clarke 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 Nay Aug Falls Moderate Whirlpool Canyon Falls Low Tomhicken Falls Moderate

Updated 37 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 84°F

Tod 85°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 84°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 83°F Sunny
Sun 83°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 85°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 83°F Sunny
Wed 85°F Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Kutztown

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Great Falls of the Lehigh Strong · 129 cfs 79th percentile
  2. 2 Nay Aug Falls Moderate · 95 cfs 66th percentile
  3. 3 Hawk Falls Moderate · 192 cfs 50th percentile
  4. 4 Tobyhanna Falls Moderate · 192 cfs 50th percentile
  5. 5 Tomhicken Falls Moderate · 35 cfs 43rd percentile
  6. 6 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 95 cfs 39th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Kutztown (1 waterfall)

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 Kutztown (8 waterfalls)

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

Tomhicken Falls

15.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
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

All 11 Waterfalls Near Kutztown

Hawk Falls waterfall

Hawk Falls

32.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft

Tomhicken Falls

15.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
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
Whirlpool Canyon Falls waterfall CC

Whirlpool Canyon Falls

12.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

9 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Grotto waterfall

The Grotto

49.9 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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

20 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Clarke Falls waterfall

Clarke Falls

26.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Falls of Schuylkill waterfall CC

Falls of Schuylkill

44.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Kutztown

Are there free waterfalls near Kutztown?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Kutztown, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Kutztown?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Kutztown, including Hawk Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Kutztown?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Kutztown, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Kutztown?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Kutztown, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Kutztown?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Kutztown?

The tallest waterfall near Kutztown is Buttermilk Falls at 45 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Kutztown?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Kutztown have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Kutztown?

The closest waterfall to Kutztown is Hawk Falls, approximately 29.8 miles away.

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