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

1 of 41 waterfalls near Portland is flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Moderate Buck Hill Falls Barely Flowing Paradise Falls Barely Flowing Bushkill Falls Barely Flowing Winona Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Low Marshall Falls Low Twin Falls Low 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 Moderate Deer Leap Falls Barely Flowing Dingmans Falls Barely Flowing Factory Falls Barely Flowing Fulmer Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Silverthread Falls Barely Flowing Foul Rift Falls Low Great Falls of the Lehigh Low Hawk Falls Moderate Tobyhanna Falls Moderate High Falls Barely Flowing Ridgeway Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Wangum Falls Barely Flowing Nay Aug Falls Barely Flowing Pinchot Falls Barely Flowing Raymondskill Falls Barely Flowing Pottersville Falls Moderate Scudders Falls Moderate Shohola Falls Strong Whirlpool Canyon Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 28 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 101°F

Wed 93°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 99°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 101°F Sunny Best
Ind 98°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 92°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 86°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 87°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Portland

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Shohola Falls Strong · 41 cfs 79th percentile
  2. 2 Darbytown Falls Moderate · 448 cfs 56th percentile
  3. 3 Pottersville Falls Moderate · 16 cfs 45th percentile
  4. 4 Bass Lake Falls Moderate · 65 cfs 31st percentile
  5. 5 Hawk Falls Moderate · 87 cfs 29th percentile
  6. 6 Tobyhanna Falls Moderate · 87 cfs 29th percentile

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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

48.3 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
Marshalls Falls waterfall

Marshalls Falls

23.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

41.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 42 Waterfalls Near Portland

Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

37.1 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
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

1.5 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

23.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

41.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winona Falls

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

Lee Falls

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

Clarke Falls

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

Snow Hill Falls

32.5 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
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

Spruce Cabin Falls

26.8 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
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

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

Deer Leap Falls

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

Factory Falls

33.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Portland

Are there free waterfalls near Portland?

There are 25 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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