Waterfall Hikes Near Portage, PA

2,658 residents
New York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Portage? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Portage. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 40.3868°N, -78.6746°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Portage

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

5 of 5 waterfalls near Portage are flowing strongly today

Adams Falls Strong Cole Run Falls Roaring Laurel Falls Roaring Winding Staircase Falls Roaring White Tail Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 73°F

Aft 79°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 76°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 73°F Sunny Best
Lab 75°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Tue 79°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 81°F Partly Sunny
Thu 77°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Portage

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Winding Staircase Falls Roaring · 1440 cfs 93rd percentile
  2. 2 White Tail Falls Roaring · 1440 cfs 93rd percentile
  3. 3 Cole Run Falls Roaring · 1410 cfs 92nd percentile
  4. 4 Laurel Falls Roaring · 1410 cfs 92nd percentile
  5. 5 Adams Falls Strong · 38 cfs 89th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Portage (3 waterfalls)

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

Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

34.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cole Run Falls waterfall

Cole Run Falls

41.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

17.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Portage

Winding Staircase Falls

37.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
White Tail Falls waterfall

White Tail Falls

37.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

34.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cole Run Falls waterfall

Cole Run Falls

41.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

17.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Portage

Are there free waterfalls near Portage?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Portage, including Adams Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Portage?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Portage, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Portage?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Portage, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Portage?

The shortest waterfall hike near Portage is Adams Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Portage?

The tallest waterfall near Portage is Cole Run Falls at 15 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Portage?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Portage have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Portage?

The closest waterfall to Portage is Winding Staircase Falls, approximately 11.6 miles away.

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