Waterfall Hikes Near Quakertown, PA

9,309 residents
New_York Time Zone
23 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Quakertown? There are 23 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Quakertown. 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 40.4398°N, -75.3455°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Quakertown

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

22 of 23 gauged

2 of 22 waterfalls near Quakertown are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing Buck Hill Falls Strong Paradise Falls Strong Bushkill Falls Low Winona Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Moderate Marshall Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Clarke Falls Moderate Leavitt Falls Moderate Lee Falls Moderate Spruce Cabin Falls Moderate Snow Hill Falls Moderate Falls of Schuylkill Barely Flowing The Grotto Barely Flowing Foul Rift Falls Moderate Great Falls of the Lehigh Moderate Hawk Falls Low Tobyhanna Falls Low High Falls Moderate Pottersville Falls Barely Flowing Scudders Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Partly Sunny · 68°F

Thu 63°F Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
Fri 68°F Partly Sunny Best
Sat 78°F Sunny
Sun 81°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 83°F Sunny
Tue 89°F Sunny
Wed 87°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Quakertown (3 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.

Paradise Falls waterfall

Paradise Falls

25.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Quakertown (14 waterfalls)

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

The Grotto waterfall

The Grotto

25.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Schuylkill waterfall

Falls of Schuylkill

7.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

33.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 23 Waterfalls Near Quakertown

Great Falls of the Lehigh waterfall CC

Great Falls of the Lehigh

49.6 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
Bushkill Falls waterfall

Bushkill Falls

21.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Quakertown

Are there free waterfalls near Quakertown?

There are 12 free waterfalls near Quakertown, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Quakertown?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Quakertown, including Hawk Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Quakertown?

There are 14 dog-friendly waterfalls near Quakertown, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Quakertown?

There are 15 kid-friendly waterfalls near Quakertown, including Bass Lake Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Quakertown?

The shortest waterfall hike near Quakertown is Bass Lake Falls at 0.7 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Quakertown?

The tallest waterfall near Quakertown is Hawk Falls at 25 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Quakertown require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Quakertown?

Yes, 15 waterfalls near Quakertown have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Quakertown?

The closest waterfall to Quakertown is The Grotto, approximately 24.5 miles away.

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