Waterfall Hikes Near Port Colden, NJ

225 residents
New York Time Zone
40 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Port Colden? There are 40 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Port Colden. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 40.7661°N, -74.9548°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Port Colden

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

39 of 40 gauged

2 of 39 waterfalls near Port Colden are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Moderate Buck Hill Falls Moderate Paradise Falls Moderate Bushkill Falls Moderate Winona Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Marshall Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Buttermilk 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 Roaring The Grotto Roaring Foul Rift Falls Moderate Great Falls of the Lehigh Moderate Hawk Falls Moderate Tobyhanna Falls Moderate High Falls Barely Flowing Ridgeway Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Wangum Falls Barely Flowing Pinchot Falls Low Raymondskill Falls Low Pottersville Falls Moderate Scudders Falls Low Shohola Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Moderate

Updated 23 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 96°F

Mon 86°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 89°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Wed 96°F Sunny Best
Thu 98°F Sunny
Fri 98°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 90°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Port Colden

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 The Grotto Roaring · 595 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Falls of Schuylkill Roaring · 595 cfs 96th percentile
  3. 3 Pottersville Falls Moderate · 18 cfs 70th percentile
  4. 4 Bass Lake Falls Moderate · 92 cfs 60th percentile
  5. 5 Tobyhanna Falls Moderate · 125 cfs 58th percentile
  6. 6 Tillman Falls Moderate · 32 cfs 58th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Port Colden (8 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 Port Colden (28 waterfalls)

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

Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

17 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

41.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

48.3 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
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

1.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 40 Waterfalls Near Port Colden

High Falls waterfall

High Falls

46.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Paradise Falls waterfall

Paradise Falls

12.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft
Raymondskill Falls waterfall

Raymondskill Falls

49.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Shohola Falls waterfall

Shohola Falls

39.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft

Spruce Cabin Falls

26.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Pinchot Falls

49.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Buck Hill Falls

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

Leavitt Falls

24.7 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
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

34.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ridgeway Falls

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

Little Falls

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

Passaic Falls

34 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Hawk Falls waterfall

Hawk Falls

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

Tobyhanna Falls

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

The Grotto

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

Great Falls of the Lehigh

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

Falls of Schuylkill

14.8 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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

42.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Port Colden

Are there free waterfalls near Port Colden?

There are 26 free waterfalls near Port Colden, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Port Colden?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Port Colden, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Port Colden?

There are 28 dog-friendly waterfalls near Port Colden, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Port Colden?

There are 29 kid-friendly waterfalls near Port Colden, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Port Colden?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Port Colden?

The shortest waterfall hike near Port Colden is Bass Lake Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Port Colden?

The tallest waterfall near Port Colden is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Port Colden require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Port Colden?

Yes, 30 waterfalls near Port Colden have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Port Colden?

The closest waterfall to Port Colden is Foul Rift Falls, approximately 8.1 miles away.

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