Waterfall Hikes Near Big Bass Lake, PA

1,420 residents

New York Time Zone

65 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Big Bass Lake is already in the Poconos, so the waterfall driving stays short. Tobyhanna Falls runs three miles round trip along its creek near Blakeslee, 300 feet of gain, dogs welcome. Spruce Cabin Falls takes a mile toward Canadensis. Nay Aug Falls drops in a Scranton city park, half a mile from parking. Buck Hill Falls and Indian Ladder Falls carry old resort history in the hills east of here. Sixty five falls come within fifty miles of the community.

Located at 41.2525°N, -75.4795°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Big Bass Lake

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

64 of 65 gauged

10 of 64 waterfalls near Big Bass Lake are flowing strongly today

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

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Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 69°F

Aft 73°F Mostly Sunny

Sun 71°F Partly Sunny

Lab 72°F Patchy Fog then Sunny

Tue 75°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny

Wed 78°F Partly Sunny

Thu 73°F Chance Rain Showers

Fri 69°F Mostly Sunny Best

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Big Bass Lake (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 Big Bass Lake (48 waterfalls)

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Great Falls of the Lehigh

47 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Tobyhanna Falls

Pennsylvania

Moderate

3.0 miles 300 ft

Little Falls

39.6 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 65 Waterfalls Near Big Bass Lake

Indian Ladder Falls

24.9 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Leavitt Falls

34.4 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buck Hill Falls

32 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Great Falls of the Lehigh

47 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Tobyhanna Falls

Pennsylvania

Moderate

3.0 miles 300 ft

Little Falls

Pennsylvania

Easy

1.0 miles 200 ft

Marshalls Falls

40.4 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Ridgeway Falls

32.4 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Big Bass Lake

Are there free waterfalls near Big Bass Lake?

There are 47 free waterfalls near Big Bass Lake, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Big Bass Lake?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Big Bass Lake, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Big Bass Lake?

There are 48 dog-friendly waterfalls near Big Bass Lake, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Big Bass Lake?

There are 42 kid-friendly waterfalls near Big Bass Lake, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Big Bass Lake?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Big Bass Lake?

The tallest waterfall near Big Bass Lake is Raymondskill Falls at 150 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Big Bass Lake require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Big Bass Lake require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Big Bass Lake?

Yes, 28 waterfalls near Big Bass Lake have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Big Bass Lake?

The closest waterfall to Big Bass Lake is Indian Ladder Falls, approximately 10.8 miles away.

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