Waterfall Hikes Near Palo Alto, PA

953 residents

New_York Time Zone

31 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Palo Alto? There are 31 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Palo Alto. 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 40.6861°N, -76.1699°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Palo Alto

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

31 of 31 gauged

26 of 31 waterfalls near Palo Alto are flowing strongly today

Adams Falls Roaring B Reynolds Falls Roaring Cayuga Falls Roaring Conestoga Falls Roaring Delaware Falls Roaring Dutchman Falls Roaring Erie Falls Roaring F L Ricketts Falls Roaring Ganoga Falls Roaring Harrison Wright Falls Roaring Huron Falls Roaring Kitchen Creek Falls Roaring Lewis Falls Roaring Mohawk Falls Roaring Mohican Falls Roaring Murray Reynolds Falls Roaring Oneida Falls Roaring Onondaga Falls Roaring Ozone Falls Roaring R B Ricketts Falls Roaring Seneca Falls Roaring Shawnee Falls Roaring Sheldon Reynolds Falls Roaring Wyandot Falls Roaring Tuscarora Falls Roaring Great Falls of the Lehigh Moderate Hawk Falls Low Tobyhanna Falls Low Whirlpool Canyon Falls Low Tomhicken Falls Roaring

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Best Day to Hike

Friday

Partly Sunny · 69°F

Thu 58°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny

Fri 69°F Partly Sunny Best

Sat 79°F Mostly Sunny

Sun 84°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Mon 89°F Mostly Sunny

Tue 91°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Wed 90°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Palo Alto (1 waterfall)

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 Palo Alto (29 waterfalls)

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

Tomhicken Falls

17.5 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.0 miles 200 ft

Kitchen Creek Falls

21.5 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

3.0 miles 400 ft

Adams Falls

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Murray Reynolds Falls

27.6 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Sheldon Reynolds Falls

27.7 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Harrison Wright Falls

27.8 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 31 Waterfalls Near Palo Alto

Tomhicken Falls

17.5 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.0 miles 200 ft

Kitchen Creek Falls

21.5 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

3.0 miles 400 ft

Adams Falls

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Murray Reynolds Falls

27.6 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Sheldon Reynolds Falls

27.7 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Harrison Wright Falls

27.8 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Wyandot Falls

32.5 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

B Reynolds Falls

38.7 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

R B Ricketts Falls

21.3 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Erie Falls

22.8 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Tuscarora Falls

22.9 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Ozone Falls

21.4 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Huron Falls

40.9 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Shawnee Falls

32.8 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Conestoga Falls

43.2 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Mohican Falls

43.2 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

F L Ricketts Falls

38.5 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Delaware Falls

43.2 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Seneca Falls

43.2 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Onondaga Falls

38.6 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Palo Alto

Are there free waterfalls near Palo Alto?

There are 29 free waterfalls near Palo Alto, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Palo Alto?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Palo Alto, including Hawk Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Palo Alto?

There are 29 dog-friendly waterfalls near Palo Alto, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Palo Alto?

There are 22 kid-friendly waterfalls near Palo Alto, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Palo Alto?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Palo Alto?

The tallest waterfall near Palo Alto is Ganoga Falls at 94 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Palo Alto require permits?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Palo Alto?

The closest waterfall to Palo Alto is Tomhicken Falls, approximately 12.5 miles away.

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