Waterfall Hikes Near Palmerton, PA

5,602 residents
New_York Time Zone
28 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Palmerton? There are 28 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Palmerton. 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 40.8023°N, -75.6160°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Palmerton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

27 of 28 gauged

27 waterfalls near Palmerton have live flow data today

Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing Buck Hill Falls Barely Flowing Paradise Falls Barely Flowing Bushkill Falls Barely Flowing Winona Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Marshall Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing 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 Foul Rift Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls of the Lehigh Barely Flowing Hawk Falls Barely Flowing Tobyhanna Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Wangum Falls Barely Flowing Nay Aug Falls Barely Flowing Pottersville Falls Barely Flowing Whirlpool Canyon Falls Barely Flowing Tomhicken Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 28 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Rain Showers Likely · 64°F

Aft 89°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 64°F Rain Showers Likely Best
Fri 66°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 55°F Rain Showers
Sun 67°F Rain Showers
Mem 76°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 80°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Palmerton (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

33.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Palmerton (17 waterfalls)

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

Tobyhanna Falls waterfall

Tobyhanna Falls

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

Great Falls of the Lehigh

28.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tomhicken Falls

17.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

All 28 Waterfalls Near Palmerton

Hawk Falls waterfall

Hawk Falls

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

Tobyhanna Falls

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

Great Falls of the Lehigh

28.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

42.2 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tomhicken Falls

17.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Clarke Falls waterfall

Clarke Falls

43.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Whirlpool Canyon Falls waterfall CC

Whirlpool Canyon Falls

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

Paradise Falls

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

Lee Falls

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

Nay Aug Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Twin Falls

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

Marshall Falls

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

Marshalls Falls

34.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Buck Hill Falls

Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Spruce Cabin Falls

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

Leavitt Falls

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

Snow Hill Falls

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

Indian Ladder Falls

37 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Palmerton

Are there free waterfalls near Palmerton?

There are 15 free waterfalls near Palmerton, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Palmerton?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Palmerton?

There are 17 dog-friendly waterfalls near Palmerton, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Palmerton?

There are 18 kid-friendly waterfalls near Palmerton, including Bass Lake Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Palmerton?

The shortest waterfall hike near Palmerton is Bass Lake Falls at 0.7 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Palmerton?

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

Do any waterfalls near Palmerton require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Palmerton?

Yes, 18 waterfalls near Palmerton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Palmerton?

The closest waterfall to Palmerton is Hawk Falls, approximately 10.7 miles away.

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