Waterfall Hikes Near Wilkes-Barre, PA

44,123 residents
New York Time Zone
68 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Wilkes-Barre? There are 68 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Wilkes-Barre. 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 41.2469°N, -75.8760°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Wilkes-Barre

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

67 of 68 gauged

67 waterfalls near Wilkes-Barre have live flow data today

Adams Falls Barely Flowing Angel Falls Barely Flowing B Reynolds Falls Barely Flowing Cayuga Falls Barely Flowing Cold Run Road Falls Barely Flowing Conestoga Falls Barely Flowing Delaware Falls Barely Flowing Dry Run Falls Barely Flowing Dutchman Falls Barely Flowing Erie Falls Barely Flowing F L Ricketts Falls Barely Flowing Ganoga Falls Barely Flowing Harrison Wright Falls Barely Flowing Huron Falls Barely Flowing Kitchen Creek Falls Barely Flowing Lewis Falls Barely Flowing Lincoln Falls Barely Flowing Mohawk Falls Barely Flowing Mohican Falls Barely Flowing Murray Reynolds Falls Barely Flowing Oneida Falls Barely Flowing Onondaga Falls Barely Flowing Ozone Falls Barely Flowing R B Ricketts Falls Barely Flowing Seneca Falls Barely Flowing Shawnee Falls Barely Flowing Sheldon Reynolds Falls Barely Flowing Wyandot Falls Barely Flowing Wenonan Falls Barely Flowing Tuscarora Falls Barely Flowing Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing Buck Hill Falls Barely Flowing Paradise Falls Barely Flowing Bucks Falls Moderate Bushkill Falls Barely Flowing Winona Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Marshall Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Low Clarke Falls Barely Flowing Indian Ladder Falls Barely Flowing Leavitt Falls Barely Flowing Lee Falls Barely Flowing Spruce Cabin Falls Barely Flowing Snow Hill Falls Barely Flowing Deer Leap Falls Barely Flowing Dingmans Falls Barely Flowing Factory Falls Barely Flowing Fulmer Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Silverthread Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls of the Lehigh Moderate Hawk Falls Barely Flowing Tobyhanna Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Moderate Ridgeway Falls Moderate Little Falls Low Wangum Falls Low Nay Aug Falls Moderate Pinchot Falls Low Raymondskill Falls Low Shohola Falls Moderate Whirlpool Canyon Falls Barely Flowing Tomhicken Falls Moderate Tillman Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 33 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 84°F

Aft 86°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 84°F Areas Of Fog then Sunny
Sun 80°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 84°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 84°F Sunny Best
Wed 86°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 83°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Wilkes-Barre

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Bucks Falls Moderate · 35 cfs 68th percentile
  2. 2 Great Falls of the Lehigh Moderate · 98 cfs 62nd percentile
  3. 3 High Falls Moderate · 1150 cfs 60th percentile
  4. 4 Ridgeway Falls Moderate · 1150 cfs 60th percentile
  5. 5 Shohola Falls Moderate · 24 cfs 40th percentile
  6. 6 Pinchot Falls Moderate · 4100 cfs 31st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Wilkes-Barre (7 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Wilkes-Barre (53 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Great Falls of the Lehigh

29.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nay Aug Falls waterfall

Nay Aug Falls

45.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kitchen Creek Falls waterfall

Kitchen Creek Falls

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

Adams Falls

45.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 68 Waterfalls Near Wilkes-Barre

Whirlpool Canyon Falls waterfall CC

Whirlpool Canyon Falls

12.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Great Falls of the Lehigh

29.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nay Aug Falls waterfall

Nay Aug Falls

45.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kitchen Creek Falls waterfall

Kitchen Creek Falls

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

Adams Falls

45.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tobyhanna Falls waterfall

Tobyhanna Falls

43.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Murray Reynolds Falls waterfall

Murray Reynolds Falls

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

Sheldon Reynolds Falls

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

Harrison Wright Falls

44.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wyandot Falls waterfall

Wyandot Falls

44.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
B Reynolds Falls waterfall

B Reynolds Falls

17.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
R B Ricketts Falls waterfall

R B Ricketts Falls

44.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Erie Falls waterfall

Erie Falls

44.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tuscarora Falls waterfall

Tuscarora Falls

43.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ozone Falls waterfall

Ozone Falls

15.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Huron Falls waterfall

Huron Falls

43.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shawnee Falls waterfall

Shawnee Falls

43.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Conestoga Falls waterfall

Conestoga Falls

15.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mohican Falls waterfall

Mohican Falls

15.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Wilkes-Barre

Are there free waterfalls near Wilkes-Barre?

There are 52 free waterfalls near Wilkes-Barre, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Wilkes-Barre?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Wilkes-Barre, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Wilkes-Barre?

There are 53 dog-friendly waterfalls near Wilkes-Barre, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Wilkes-Barre?

There are 47 kid-friendly waterfalls near Wilkes-Barre, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Wilkes-Barre?

The shortest waterfall hike near Wilkes-Barre is Adams Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Wilkes-Barre?

The tallest waterfall near Wilkes-Barre is Raymondskill Falls at 150 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Wilkes-Barre require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Wilkes-Barre require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Wilkes-Barre?

Yes, 27 waterfalls near Wilkes-Barre have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Wilkes-Barre?

The closest waterfall to Wilkes-Barre is Whirlpool Canyon Falls, approximately 3.5 miles away.

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