Waterfall Hikes Near Nicholson, PA

753 residents
New York Time Zone
53 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Nicholson? There are 53 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Nicholson. 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 41.6268°N, -75.7862°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Nicholson

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

53 of 53 gauged

1 of 53 waterfalls near Nicholson is flowing strongly today

Adams Falls Barely Flowing Angel Falls Barely Flowing B Reynolds Falls Barely Flowing Cayuga Falls Barely Flowing Cold Run Road Falls Barely Flowing Conestoga Falls Barely Flowing Delaware Falls Barely Flowing Dry Run Falls Barely Flowing Dutchman Falls Barely Flowing Erie Falls Barely Flowing F L Ricketts Falls Barely Flowing Ganoga Falls Barely Flowing Harrison Wright Falls Barely Flowing Huron Falls Barely Flowing Kitchen Creek Falls Barely Flowing Lewis Falls Barely Flowing Lincoln Falls Barely Flowing Mohawk Falls Barely Flowing Mohican Falls Barely Flowing Murray Reynolds Falls Barely Flowing Oneida Falls Barely Flowing Onondaga Falls Barely Flowing Ozone Falls Barely Flowing R B Ricketts Falls Barely Flowing Seneca Falls Barely Flowing Shawnee Falls Barely Flowing Sheldon Reynolds Falls Barely Flowing Wyandot Falls Barely Flowing Wenonan Falls Barely Flowing Tuscarora Falls Barely Flowing Buck Hill Falls Barely Flowing Paradise Falls Barely Flowing Bucks Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Darbytown Falls Moderate Great Falls of the Lehigh Low Hawk Falls Moderate Tobyhanna Falls Moderate High Falls Barely Flowing Ridgeway Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Indian Ladder Falls Barely Flowing Leavitt Falls Barely Flowing Spruce Cabin Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Wangum Falls Barely Flowing Nay Aug Falls Barely Flowing Shohola Falls Strong Whirlpool Canyon Falls Barely Flowing Tomhicken Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Patchy Fog then Sunny · 101°F

Wed 96°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 101°F Patchy Fog then Sunny Best
Fri 97°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 89°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 87°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 87°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Nicholson

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Shohola Falls Strong · 41 cfs 79th percentile
  2. 2 Darbytown Falls Moderate · 448 cfs 56th percentile
  3. 3 Tomhicken Falls Moderate · 39 cfs 43rd percentile
  4. 4 Tobyhanna Falls Moderate · 87 cfs 27th percentile
  5. 5 Hawk Falls Moderate · 87 cfs 27th percentile
  6. 6 Great Falls of the Lehigh Low · 52 cfs 14th percentile

Know when to go.

Get a free email alert when waterfalls near Nicholson hit peak flow. We only send when conditions are worth the trip — no weekly newsletters, no spam.

Find waterfalls to hike near Nicholson

Have your own travel site? Embed these waterfalls for free.

🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Nicholson (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Nicholson (41 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

39.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nay Aug Falls waterfall

Nay Aug Falls

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

Wangum Falls

14.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 53 Waterfalls Near Nicholson

Tuscarora Falls waterfall

Tuscarora Falls

33.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cayuga Falls waterfall

Cayuga Falls

36.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Oneida Falls waterfall

Oneida Falls

42 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.2 miles 400 ft
Ganoga Falls waterfall

Ganoga Falls

36.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mohawk Falls waterfall

Mohawk Falls

41.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Seneca Falls waterfall

Seneca Falls

33.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Conestoga Falls waterfall

Conestoga Falls

0.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Delaware Falls waterfall

Delaware Falls

0 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mohican Falls waterfall

Mohican Falls

0.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kitchen Creek Falls waterfall

Kitchen Creek Falls

30.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft
Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

30.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dutchman Falls waterfall

Dutchman Falls

10.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hawk Falls waterfall

Hawk Falls

29 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

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

Twin Falls

2.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lewis Falls waterfall

Lewis Falls

2.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ridgeway Falls

35.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

34.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cold Run Road Falls waterfall

Cold Run Road Falls

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

Indian Ladder Falls

44.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Nicholson

Are there free waterfalls near Nicholson?

There are 42 free waterfalls near Nicholson, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Nicholson?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Nicholson?

There are 41 dog-friendly waterfalls near Nicholson, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Nicholson?

There are 35 kid-friendly waterfalls near Nicholson, including Adams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Nicholson?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Nicholson, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Nicholson?

The shortest waterfall hike near Nicholson is Adams Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Nicholson?

The tallest waterfall near Nicholson is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Nicholson require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Nicholson?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Nicholson have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Nicholson?

The closest waterfall to Nicholson is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 10.8 miles away.

🏙️ Other Cities Near Nicholson With Waterfalls

Scranton, PA
366,334 residents
Dunmore, PA
14,082 residents
Kingston, PA
13,317 residents
Wilkes-Barre, PA
44,123 residents
Binghamton, NY
156,375 residents
Mountain Top, PA
11,791 residents
Nanticoke, PA
10,606 residents
Johnson City, NY
15,229 residents
Endwell, NY
11,826 residents
Endicott, NY
13,540 residents
Hazleton, PA
29,671 residents
Berwick, PA
10,318 residents

Where to Stay

Hotels & Lodges Booking.com

Find hotels, lodges, and B&Bs near the trailhead
Cabins & Rentals VRBO

Browse vacation cabins and private rentals nearby
Glamping Hipcamp

Unique outdoor stays — tents, yurts, and treehouses
RV Rentals Outdoorsy

Rent a campervan or RV for your waterfall road trip

Some links are affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

← → walk · Esc to stop