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

8 of 22 waterfalls near Quakertown are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 88°F

Tod 81°F Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 86°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 88°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 95°F Sunny
Thu 99°F Sunny
Fri 99°F Sunny
Ind 96°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Quakertown

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Foul Rift Falls Roaring · 4120 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 Great Falls of the Lehigh Roaring · 73 cfs 97th percentile
  3. 3 Tobyhanna Falls Roaring · 147 cfs 91st percentile
  4. 4 Hawk Falls Roaring · 147 cfs 91st percentile
  5. 5 Pottersville Falls Roaring · 20 cfs 90th percentile
  6. 6 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 266 cfs 79th percentile

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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

12.7 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

48 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Schuylkill waterfall CC

Falls of Schuylkill

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

Scudders Falls

31.4 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

40.6 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
Bushkill Falls waterfall

Bushkill Falls

48.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Quakertown

Are there free waterfalls near Quakertown?

There are 13 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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