Waterfall Hikes Near Portland, PA

606 residents
New_York Time Zone
42 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Portland? There are 42 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Portland. 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 40.9216°N, -75.0985°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Portland

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

41 of 42 gauged

41 waterfalls near Portland 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 Darbytown Falls Barely Flowing Deer Leap Falls Low Dingmans Falls Low Factory Falls Low Fulmer Falls Low High Falls Low Silverthread Falls Low Foul Rift Falls Moderate Great Falls of the Lehigh Barely Flowing Hawk Falls Low Tobyhanna Falls Low High Falls Barely Flowing Ridgeway Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Wangum Falls Barely Flowing Nay Aug Falls Moderate Pinchot Falls Low Raymondskill Falls Low Pottersville Falls Barely Flowing Scudders Falls Barely Flowing Shohola Falls Moderate Whirlpool Canyon Falls Moderate Tillman Falls Low

Updated 36 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 88°F

Sun 88°F Sunny Best
Mon 90°F Sunny
Tue 94°F Sunny
Wed 94°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 71°F Chance Rain Showers
Fri 70°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 70°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Portland (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.

Marshall Falls waterfall

Marshall Falls

23.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Portland (27 waterfalls)

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

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
Marshalls Falls waterfall

Marshalls Falls

31.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 42 Waterfalls Near Portland

Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

21.9 miles away
New Jersey
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

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

Marshalls Falls

31.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winona Falls

22.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

20.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Clarke Falls waterfall

Clarke Falls

21.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Snow Hill Falls waterfall

Snow Hill Falls

46.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bushkill Falls waterfall

Bushkill Falls

21.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

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

Paradise Falls

25.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft

Spruce Cabin Falls

24.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buck Hill Falls waterfall CC

Buck Hill Falls

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

Leavitt Falls

23.5 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
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

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

Deer Leap Falls

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

Factory Falls

23.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Portland

Are there free waterfalls near Portland?

There are 23 free waterfalls near Portland, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Portland?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Portland?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Portland?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Portland?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Portland?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Portland?

The tallest waterfall near Portland is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Portland require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Portland?

Yes, 30 waterfalls near Portland have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Portland?

The closest waterfall to Portland is Foul Rift Falls, approximately 5.5 miles away.

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