Waterfall Hikes Near Northampton, PA

10,341 residents
New York Time Zone
30 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Northampton? There are 30 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Northampton. 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 40.6866°N, -75.4904°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Northampton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

29 of 30 gauged

21 of 29 waterfalls near Northampton are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Strong Buck Hill Falls Moderate Paradise Falls Moderate Bushkill Falls Strong Winona Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Strong Marshall Falls Strong Twin Falls Strong Clarke Falls Strong Indian Ladder Falls Strong Leavitt Falls Strong Lee Falls Strong Spruce Cabin Falls Strong Snow Hill Falls Strong Falls of Schuylkill Moderate The Grotto Moderate Great Falls of the Lehigh Strong Hawk Falls Roaring Tobyhanna Falls Roaring High Falls Strong Little Falls Roaring Wangum Falls Roaring Nay Aug Falls Roaring Pottersville Falls Moderate Whirlpool Canyon Falls Roaring Tomhicken Falls Moderate Tillman Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 77°F

Tod 85°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 80°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 76°F Sunny
Lab 77°F Sunny Best
Tue 80°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 77°F Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Thu 83°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Northampton

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Whirlpool Canyon Falls Roaring · 13600 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Foul Rift Falls Roaring · 9590 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Wangum Falls Roaring · 1090 cfs 99th percentile
  4. 4 Little Falls Roaring · 1090 cfs 99th percentile
  5. 5 Nay Aug Falls Roaring · 322 cfs 94th percentile
  6. 6 Tobyhanna Falls Roaring · 210 cfs 90th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Northampton (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.

Hawk Falls waterfall

Hawk Falls

41.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft
Paradise Falls waterfall

Paradise Falls

48.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Northampton (19 waterfalls)

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

Tobyhanna Falls waterfall

Tobyhanna Falls

Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Great Falls of the Lehigh waterfall CC

Great Falls of the Lehigh

47 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 30 Waterfalls Near Northampton

Hawk Falls waterfall

Hawk Falls

41.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft
Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

29.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tobyhanna Falls waterfall

Tobyhanna Falls

Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Great Falls of the Lehigh waterfall CC

Great Falls of the Lehigh

47 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Clarke Falls waterfall

Clarke Falls

48.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Paradise Falls waterfall

Paradise Falls

48.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft
Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Twin Falls

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

Marshall Falls

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

Marshalls Falls

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

Pottersville Falls

13 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Buck Hill Falls

32 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Spruce Cabin Falls

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

Leavitt Falls

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

Snow Hill Falls

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

Indian Ladder Falls

24.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tomhicken Falls

38.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Bass Lake Falls

31.2 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winona Falls

39.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Northampton

Are there free waterfalls near Northampton?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Northampton, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Northampton?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Northampton?

There are 19 dog-friendly waterfalls near Northampton, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Northampton?

There are 20 kid-friendly waterfalls near Northampton, including Bass Lake Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Northampton?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Northampton?

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

Do any waterfalls near Northampton require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Northampton?

Yes, 18 waterfalls near Northampton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Northampton?

The closest waterfall to Northampton is Hawk Falls, approximately 21.7 miles away.

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