Waterfall Hikes Near Wilson, PA

8,208 residents
New York Time Zone
38 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Wilson? There are 38 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Wilson. 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 40.6844°N, -75.2407°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Wilson

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

37 of 38 gauged

1 of 37 waterfalls near Wilson is flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Moderate Buck Hill Falls Barely Flowing Paradise Falls Barely Flowing Bushkill Falls Barely Flowing Winona Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Low Marshall Falls Low Twin 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 Falls of Schuylkill Moderate The Grotto Moderate Foul Rift Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls of the Lehigh Low Hawk Falls Moderate Tobyhanna Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Ridgeway Falls Moderate Little Falls Barely Flowing Pinchot Falls Barely Flowing Raymondskill Falls Barely Flowing Pottersville Falls Moderate Scudders Falls Low Shohola Falls Strong Tomhicken Falls Moderate Tillman Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 98°F

Wed 94°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 98°F Sunny Best
Fri 101°F Sunny
Ind 98°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 92°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 85°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 86°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Wilson

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Shohola Falls Strong · 39 cfs 79th percentile
  2. 2 The Grotto Moderate · 41 cfs 54th percentile
  3. 3 Falls of Schuylkill Moderate · 41 cfs 54th percentile
  4. 4 Pottersville Falls Moderate · 16 cfs 45th percentile
  5. 5 Tomhicken Falls Moderate · 39 cfs 44th percentile
  6. 6 Bass Lake Falls Moderate · 65 cfs 31st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Wilson (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.

Paradise Falls waterfall

Paradise Falls

12.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Wilson (26 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

48.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

1.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 38 Waterfalls Near Wilson

Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

37.1 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Clarke Falls waterfall

Clarke Falls

27.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

28.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

48.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Paradise Falls waterfall

Paradise Falls

12.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

1.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Marshall Falls waterfall

Marshall Falls

23.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Marshalls Falls waterfall

Marshalls Falls

23.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

17 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Spruce Cabin Falls

26.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Buck Hill Falls

24.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Leavitt Falls waterfall

Leavitt Falls

24.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snow Hill Falls waterfall

Snow Hill Falls

32.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Indian Ladder Falls waterfall

Indian Ladder Falls

44.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

41.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winona Falls

49.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 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
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

41.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Grotto waterfall

The Grotto

48 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Wilson

Are there free waterfalls near Wilson?

There are 25 free waterfalls near Wilson, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Wilson?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Wilson, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Wilson?

There are 26 dog-friendly waterfalls near Wilson, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Wilson?

There are 27 kid-friendly waterfalls near Wilson, including Bass Lake Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Wilson?

The shortest waterfall hike near Wilson is Bass Lake Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Wilson?

The tallest waterfall near Wilson is Raymondskill Falls at 150 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Wilson require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Wilson?

Yes, 29 waterfalls near Wilson have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Wilson?

The closest waterfall to Wilson is Foul Rift Falls, approximately 12.4 miles away.

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