Waterfall Hikes Near Lehighton, PA

5,279 residents
New York Time Zone
49 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lehighton? There are 49 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lehighton. 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 40.8306°N, -75.7165°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lehighton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

48 of 49 gauged

20 of 48 waterfalls near Lehighton are flowing strongly today

Adams Falls Moderate B Reynolds Falls Moderate Cayuga Falls Moderate Conestoga Falls Moderate Delaware Falls Moderate Erie Falls Moderate F L Ricketts Falls Moderate Ganoga Falls Moderate Harrison Wright Falls Moderate Huron Falls Moderate Kitchen Creek Falls Moderate Mohawk Falls Moderate Mohican Falls Moderate Murray Reynolds Falls Moderate Oneida Falls Moderate Onondaga Falls Moderate Ozone Falls Moderate R B Ricketts Falls Moderate Seneca Falls Moderate Shawnee Falls Moderate Sheldon Reynolds Falls Moderate Wyandot Falls Moderate Tuscarora Falls Moderate Bass Lake Falls Strong Buck Hill Falls Moderate Paradise Falls Moderate Bushkill Falls Strong Winona Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Strong Marshall Falls Strong Twin Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Roaring Clarke Falls Strong Indian Ladder Falls Strong Leavitt Falls Strong Lee Falls Strong Spruce Cabin Falls Strong Snow Hill Falls Strong Great Falls of the Lehigh Strong Hawk Falls Roaring Tobyhanna Falls Roaring High Falls Strong Little Falls Roaring Nay Aug Falls Roaring Pottersville Falls Moderate Whirlpool Canyon Falls Roaring Tomhicken Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 77°F

Aft 84°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 79°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 76°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 77°F Sunny Best
Tue 79°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 76°F Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Thu 82°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Lehighton

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Whirlpool Canyon Falls Roaring · 13600 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Foul Rift Falls Roaring · 9590 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Little Falls Roaring · 1090 cfs 99th percentile
  4. 4 Buttermilk Falls Roaring · 863 cfs 96th percentile
  5. 5 Nay Aug Falls Roaring · 322 cfs 94th percentile
  6. 6 Tobyhanna Falls Roaring · 210 cfs 90th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lehighton (3 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

41.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lehighton (37 waterfalls)

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

Tobyhanna Falls waterfall

Tobyhanna Falls

Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Great Falls of the Lehigh waterfall CC

Great Falls of the Lehigh

47 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tomhicken Falls

38.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

All 49 Waterfalls Near Lehighton

Hawk Falls waterfall

Hawk Falls

41.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft
Tobyhanna Falls waterfall

Tobyhanna Falls

Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Great Falls of the Lehigh waterfall CC

Great Falls of the Lehigh

47 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tomhicken Falls

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

Whirlpool Canyon Falls

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

Foul Rift Falls

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

Nay Aug Falls

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

Clarke Falls

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

Paradise Falls

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

Lee Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Twin Falls

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

Marshall Falls

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

Marshalls Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

2.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Buck Hill Falls

32 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Spruce Cabin Falls

31.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Leavitt Falls waterfall

Leavitt Falls

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

Snow Hill Falls

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

Indian Ladder Falls

24.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lehighton

Are there free waterfalls near Lehighton?

There are 36 free waterfalls near Lehighton, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lehighton?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Lehighton, including Hawk Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lehighton?

There are 37 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lehighton, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lehighton?

There are 31 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lehighton, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lehighton?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lehighton is Adams Falls at 0.7 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Lehighton?

The tallest waterfall near Lehighton is Ganoga Falls at 94 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Lehighton require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Lehighton require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lehighton?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near Lehighton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lehighton?

The closest waterfall to Lehighton is Hawk Falls, approximately 12.1 miles away.

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