Waterfall Hikes Near Old Forge, PA

8,506 residents

New York Time Zone

68 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Old Forge? There are 68 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Old Forge. 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 41.3704°N, -75.7409°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Old Forge

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

67 of 68 gauged

67 waterfalls near Old Forge have live flow data today

Buck Hill Falls Barely Flowing Paradise Falls Barely Flowing Bucks Falls Barely Flowing Bushkill Falls Barely Flowing Winona Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Low Marshall Falls Low Twin Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Clarke Falls Barely Flowing Indian Ladder Falls Barely Flowing Leavitt Falls Barely Flowing Lee Falls Barely Flowing Spruce Cabin Falls Barely Flowing Snow Hill Falls Barely Flowing Darbytown Falls Moderate Deer Leap Falls Barely Flowing Dingmans Falls Barely Flowing Factory Falls Barely Flowing Fulmer Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Silverthread Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls of the Lehigh Low Hawk Falls Moderate Tobyhanna Falls Moderate High Falls Barely Flowing Ridgeway Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Wangum Falls Barely Flowing Nay Aug Falls Barely Flowing Pinchot Falls Barely Flowing Raymondskill Falls Barely Flowing Whirlpool Canyon Falls Barely Flowing Tomhicken Falls Moderate Tillman Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 35 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 101°F

Wed 96°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Thu 101°F Sunny Best

Fri 98°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Ind 96°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sun 92°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Mon 88°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Tue 88°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Old Forge (7 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 Old Forge (52 waterfalls)

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

Nay Aug Falls waterfall

Nay Aug Falls

27.8 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

39.5 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Great Falls of the Lehigh waterfall

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Great Falls of the Lehigh

40.6 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Tobyhanna Falls waterfall

Tobyhanna Falls

20.5 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

3.0 miles 300 ft

All 68 Waterfalls Near Old Forge

Dry Run Falls waterfall

Dry Run Falls

41.7 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

1.5 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Dingmans Falls waterfall

Dingmans Falls

49 miles away

Pennsylvania

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Silverthread Falls waterfall

Silverthread Falls

48.7 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Bushkill Falls waterfall

Bushkill Falls

48.5 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

Lincoln Falls waterfall

Lincoln Falls

22.8 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

44 miles away

New Jersey

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Old Forge

Are there free waterfalls near Old Forge?

There are 51 free waterfalls near Old Forge, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Old Forge?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Old Forge, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Old Forge?

There are 52 dog-friendly waterfalls near Old Forge, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Old Forge?

There are 46 kid-friendly waterfalls near Old Forge, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Old Forge?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Old Forge?

The tallest waterfall near Old Forge is Raymondskill Falls at 150 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Old Forge require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Old Forge?

Yes, 26 waterfalls near Old Forge have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Old Forge?

The closest waterfall to Old Forge is Nay Aug Falls, approximately 5.8 miles away.

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