Waterfall Hikes Near Portland, PA

606 residents
New York Time Zone
45 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Portland? There are 45 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

44 of 45 gauged

34 of 44 waterfalls near Portland are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Strong Buck Hill Falls Barely Flowing Paradise Falls Barely Flowing Bushkill Falls Strong Winona Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Strong Marshall Falls Strong Twin Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Moderate Clarke Falls Strong Indian Ladder Falls Strong Leavitt Falls Strong Lee Falls Strong Spruce Cabin Falls Strong Snow Hill Falls Strong Darbytown Falls Roaring Deer Leap Falls Strong Dingmans Falls Strong Factory Falls Strong Fulmer Falls Strong High Falls Strong Silverthread Falls Strong Falls of Schuylkill Moderate The Grotto Moderate Foul Rift Falls Roaring Great Falls of the Lehigh Strong Hawk Falls Roaring Tobyhanna Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Ridgeway Falls Roaring High Falls Strong Little Falls Roaring Wangum Falls Roaring Nay Aug Falls Roaring Pinchot Falls Roaring Raymondskill Falls Roaring Pottersville Falls Moderate Scudders Falls Moderate Shohola Falls Strong Whirlpool Canyon Falls Roaring Tomhicken Falls Moderate Tillman Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 78°F

Sat 82°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 78°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 80°F Sunny
Tue 82°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 83°F Partly Sunny
Thu 84°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 76°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Portland

Updated 34 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Whirlpool Canyon Falls Roaring · 15500 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Darbytown Falls Roaring · 1930 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Foul Rift Falls Roaring · 9590 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 High Falls Roaring · 2000 cfs 99th percentile
  5. 5 Ridgeway Falls Roaring · 2000 cfs 99th percentile
  6. 6 Wangum Falls Roaring · 1060 cfs 97th 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

40.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Portland (30 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

38.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

38.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Marshalls Falls waterfall

Marshalls Falls

40.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

31.2 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 45 Waterfalls Near Portland

Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

38.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

38.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Marshall Falls waterfall

Marshall Falls

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

Marshalls Falls

40.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

31.2 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winona Falls

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

Lee Falls

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

Clarke Falls

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

Snow Hill Falls

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

Bushkill Falls

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

High Falls

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

Paradise Falls

48.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft

Spruce Cabin Falls

31.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Buck Hill Falls

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

Leavitt Falls

34.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Indian Ladder Falls waterfall

Indian Ladder Falls

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

Tillman Falls

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

Deer Leap Falls

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

Factory Falls

23.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Portland

Are there free waterfalls near Portland?

There are 28 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 30 dog-friendly waterfalls near Portland, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Portland?

There are 31 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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