Waterfall Hikes Near Oakland, PA

535 residents
New York Time Zone
21 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Oakland? There are 21 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Oakland. 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 41.9506°N, -75.6095°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Oakland

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

21 of 21 gauged

17 of 21 waterfalls near Oakland are flowing strongly today

Bucks Falls Roaring Buttermilk Falls Roaring Buttermilk Falls Roaring Canada Falls Strong Darbytown Falls Roaring Great Falls of the Lehigh Strong Hawk Falls Roaring Tobyhanna Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Ridgeway Falls Roaring High Falls Strong Little Falls Roaring Wangum Falls Roaring Nay Aug Falls Roaring Rexford Falls Strong Saint Marys Falls Moderate White Store Falls Moderate Whirlpool Canyon Falls Roaring Watauga Falls Moderate Tompkins Falls Strong Stockbridge Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 74°F

Aft 75°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 72°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sun 71°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Lab 72°F Areas Of Fog then Sunny
Tue 74°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 76°F Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Thu 74°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Oakland

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Wangum Falls Roaring · 1070 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Darbytown Falls Roaring · 1750 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Whirlpool Canyon Falls Roaring · 11900 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 High Falls Roaring · 1860 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Ridgeway Falls Roaring · 1860 cfs 100th percentile
  6. 6 Little Falls Roaring · 1070 cfs 100th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Oakland (2 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 Oakland (15 waterfalls)

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

Nay Aug Falls waterfall

Nay Aug Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

2.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wangum Falls waterfall

Wangum Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

27.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 21 Waterfalls Near Oakland

Stockbridge Falls waterfall

Stockbridge Falls

47.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Oakland

Are there free waterfalls near Oakland?

There are 15 free waterfalls near Oakland, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Oakland?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Oakland, including Hawk Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Oakland?

There are 15 dog-friendly waterfalls near Oakland, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Oakland?

There are 15 kid-friendly waterfalls near Oakland, including Buttermilk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Oakland?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Oakland, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Oakland?

The shortest waterfall hike near Oakland is Bucks Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Oakland?

The tallest waterfall near Oakland is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Oakland?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Oakland have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Oakland?

The closest waterfall to Oakland is Bucks Falls, approximately 8.8 miles away.

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