Waterfall Hikes Near Richlandtown, PA

1,237 residents
New York Time Zone
25 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Richlandtown? There are 25 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Richlandtown. 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 40.4724°N, -75.3212°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Richlandtown

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

24 of 25 gauged

1 of 24 waterfalls near Richlandtown is flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Low Buck Hill Falls Moderate Paradise Falls Moderate Bushkill Falls Moderate Winona Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Marshall Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Falls of Schuylkill Low The Grotto Low Foul Rift Falls Moderate Great Falls of the Lehigh Roaring Hawk Falls Low Tobyhanna Falls Low High Falls Moderate Little Falls Moderate Pottersville Falls Low Scudders Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 85°F

Aft 85°F Sunny Best
Thu 86°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 84°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 81°F Sunny
Sun 82°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 82°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 82°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Richlandtown

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Great Falls of the Lehigh Roaring · 181 cfs 94th percentile
  2. 2 Snow Hill Falls Moderate · 90 cfs 70th percentile
  3. 3 Spruce Cabin Falls Moderate · 90 cfs 70th percentile
  4. 4 Lee Falls Moderate · 90 cfs 70th percentile
  5. 5 Leavitt Falls Moderate · 90 cfs 70th percentile
  6. 6 Indian Ladder Falls Moderate · 90 cfs 70th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Richlandtown (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

34.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Richlandtown (15 waterfalls)

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

The Grotto waterfall

The Grotto

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

Falls of Schuylkill

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

Scudders Falls

43.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 25 Waterfalls Near Richlandtown

Winona Falls

37.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

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

Bushkill Falls

21.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

31 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls of the Lehigh waterfall CC

Great Falls of the Lehigh

47.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Richlandtown

Are there free waterfalls near Richlandtown?

There are 14 free waterfalls near Richlandtown, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Richlandtown?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Richlandtown?

There are 15 dog-friendly waterfalls near Richlandtown, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Richlandtown?

There are 16 kid-friendly waterfalls near Richlandtown, including Bass Lake Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Richlandtown?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Richlandtown?

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

Do any waterfalls near Richlandtown require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Richlandtown?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near Richlandtown have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Richlandtown?

The closest waterfall to Richlandtown is The Grotto, approximately 25.1 miles away.

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