Waterfall Hikes Near Palmer Heights, PA

3,894 residents
New York Time Zone
40 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Palmer Heights? There are 40 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Palmer Heights. 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 40.6907°N, -75.2671°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Palmer Heights

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

39 of 40 gauged

2 of 39 waterfalls near Palmer Heights are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Low Buck Hill Falls Moderate Paradise Falls Moderate Bushkill Falls Moderate Winona Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Marshall Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Clarke Falls Moderate Indian Ladder Falls Moderate Leavitt Falls Moderate Lee Falls Moderate Spruce Cabin Falls Moderate Snow Hill Falls Moderate Deer Leap Falls Moderate Dingmans Falls Moderate Factory Falls Moderate Fulmer Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Silverthread Falls Moderate Falls of Schuylkill Low The Grotto Low Foul Rift Falls Moderate Great Falls of the Lehigh Roaring Hawk Falls Low Tobyhanna Falls Low High Falls Moderate Ridgeway Falls Moderate Little Falls Moderate Wangum Falls Moderate Pinchot Falls Moderate Raymondskill Falls Moderate Pottersville Falls Low Scudders Falls Barely Flowing Shohola Falls Barely Flowing Whirlpool Canyon Falls Moderate Tomhicken Falls Moderate Tillman Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Sunny · 86°F

Tod 86°F Sunny Best
Thu 86°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Fri 85°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 82°F Sunny
Sun 82°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 83°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 83°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Palmer Heights

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 · 181 cfs 94th percentile
  2. 2 Tillman Falls Roaring · 69 cfs 93rd percentile
  3. 3 Snow Hill Falls Moderate · 90 cfs 70th percentile
  4. 4 Spruce Cabin Falls Moderate · 90 cfs 70th percentile
  5. 5 Clarke Falls Moderate · 90 cfs 70th percentile
  6. 6 Ridgeway Falls Moderate · 1150 cfs 70th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Palmer Heights (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.

Paradise Falls waterfall

Paradise Falls

34.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Palmer Heights (27 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Twin Falls

30 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 40 Waterfalls Near Palmer Heights

Tobyhanna Falls waterfall

Tobyhanna Falls

32.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
The Grotto waterfall

The Grotto

18.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Schuylkill waterfall CC

Falls of Schuylkill

42.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls of the Lehigh waterfall CC

Great Falls of the Lehigh

47.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

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

Wangum Falls

32.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

16.8 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Deer Leap Falls waterfall

Deer Leap Falls

49.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Factory Falls waterfall

Factory Falls

49.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fulmer Falls waterfall

Fulmer Falls

50 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

34.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dingmans Falls waterfall

Dingmans Falls

48.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Silverthread Falls waterfall

Silverthread Falls

48.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ridgeway Falls

35.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

37.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shohola Falls waterfall

Shohola Falls

36.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft
Raymondskill Falls waterfall

Raymondskill Falls

49.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Tomhicken Falls

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

Whirlpool Canyon Falls

5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Pinchot Falls

39.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Palmer Heights

Are there free waterfalls near Palmer Heights?

There are 26 free waterfalls near Palmer Heights, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Palmer Heights?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Palmer Heights, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Palmer Heights?

There are 27 dog-friendly waterfalls near Palmer Heights, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Palmer Heights?

There are 28 kid-friendly waterfalls near Palmer Heights, including Bass Lake Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Palmer Heights?

The shortest waterfall hike near Palmer Heights is Bass Lake Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Palmer Heights?

The tallest waterfall near Palmer Heights is Raymondskill Falls at 150 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Palmer Heights require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Palmer Heights requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Palmer Heights?

Yes, 29 waterfalls near Palmer Heights have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Palmer Heights?

The closest waterfall to Palmer Heights is Foul Rift Falls, approximately 13.2 miles away.

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