Waterfall Hikes Near Pottsville, PA

13,386 residents
New York Time Zone
34 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Pottsville? There are 34 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Pottsville. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 40.6798°N, -76.2091°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Pottsville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

34 of 34 gauged

34 waterfalls near Pottsville have live flow data today

Adams Falls Low B Reynolds Falls Low Cayuga Falls Low Conestoga Falls Low Delaware Falls Low Dutchman Falls Low Erie Falls Low F L Ricketts Falls Low Ganoga Falls Low Harrison Wright Falls Low Huron Falls Low Kitchen Creek Falls Low Lewis Falls Low Mohawk Falls Low Mohican Falls Low Murray Reynolds Falls Low Oneida Falls Low Onondaga Falls Low Ozone Falls Low R B Ricketts Falls Low Seneca Falls Low Shawnee Falls Low Sheldon Reynolds Falls Low Wyandot Falls Low Wenonan Falls Low Tuscarora Falls Low Conewago Falls Moderate Conewago Falls Moderate Great Falls of the Lehigh Moderate Hawk Falls Moderate Tobyhanna Falls Moderate Whirlpool Canyon Falls Moderate Tomhicken Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Mostly Sunny · 84°F

Tod 84°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 86°F Sunny
Wed 95°F Sunny
Thu 97°F Sunny
Fri 98°F Sunny
Ind 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 89°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Pottsville

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Tomhicken Falls Moderate · 40 cfs 64th percentile
  2. 2 Tobyhanna Falls Moderate · 117 cfs 53rd percentile
  3. 3 Hawk Falls Moderate · 117 cfs 53rd percentile
  4. 4 Whirlpool Canyon Falls Moderate · 4750 cfs 34th percentile
  5. 5 Great Falls of the Lehigh Moderate · 59 cfs 33rd percentile
  6. 6 Conewago Falls Moderate · 7 cfs 32nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Pottsville (1 waterfall)

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 Pottsville (29 waterfalls)

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

Tomhicken Falls

34.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Kitchen Creek Falls waterfall

Kitchen Creek Falls

30.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft
Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

30.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Murray Reynolds Falls waterfall

Murray Reynolds Falls

40.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sheldon Reynolds Falls waterfall

Sheldon Reynolds Falls

40.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Harrison Wright Falls waterfall

Harrison Wright Falls

40 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 34 Waterfalls Near Pottsville

Ganoga Falls waterfall

Ganoga Falls

36.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cayuga Falls waterfall

Cayuga Falls

36.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mohawk Falls waterfall

Mohawk Falls

41.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Oneida Falls waterfall

Oneida Falls

42 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.2 miles 400 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

2.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lewis Falls waterfall

Lewis Falls

2.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hawk Falls waterfall

Hawk Falls

29 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft
Whirlpool Canyon Falls waterfall CC

Whirlpool Canyon Falls

22.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Tobyhanna Falls waterfall

Tobyhanna Falls

20.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Great Falls of the Lehigh waterfall CC

Great Falls of the Lehigh

40.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dutchman Falls waterfall

Dutchman Falls

10.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Conewago Falls

Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Conewago Falls

Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wenonan Falls

35.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Pottsville

Are there free waterfalls near Pottsville?

There are 31 free waterfalls near Pottsville, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Pottsville?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Pottsville, including Hawk Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Pottsville?

There are 29 dog-friendly waterfalls near Pottsville, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Pottsville?

There are 22 kid-friendly waterfalls near Pottsville, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Pottsville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Pottsville is Adams Falls at 0.7 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Pottsville?

The tallest waterfall near Pottsville is Ganoga Falls at 94 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Pottsville require permits?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Pottsville?

The closest waterfall to Pottsville is Tomhicken Falls, approximately 14.5 miles away.

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