Waterfall Hikes Near Palmerton, PA

5,602 residents
New York Time Zone
28 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Palmerton? There are 28 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Palmerton. 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 40.8023°N, -75.6160°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Palmerton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

27 of 28 gauged

22 of 27 waterfalls near Palmerton 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 Buttermilk Falls Roaring Clarke Falls Strong Indian Ladder Falls Strong Leavitt Falls Strong Lee Falls Strong Spruce Cabin Falls Strong Snow Hill Falls Strong 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 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 77°F

Tod 84°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 79°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 76°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 77°F Sunny Best
Tue 80°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 76°F Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Thu 83°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Palmerton

Updated about 2 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 Whirlpool Canyon Falls Roaring · 11900 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Foul Rift Falls Roaring · 9180 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Little Falls Roaring · 1070 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Buttermilk Falls Roaring · 988 cfs 98th percentile
  6. 6 Nay Aug Falls Roaring · 314 cfs 92nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Palmerton (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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Palmerton (17 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

Tomhicken Falls

38.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

All 28 Waterfalls Near Palmerton

Winona Falls

39.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

34.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bushkill Falls waterfall

Bushkill Falls

38.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

39.6 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
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
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

33.8 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Palmerton

Are there free waterfalls near Palmerton?

There are 15 free waterfalls near Palmerton, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Palmerton?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Palmerton?

There are 17 dog-friendly waterfalls near Palmerton, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Palmerton?

There are 18 kid-friendly waterfalls near Palmerton, including Bass Lake Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Palmerton?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Palmerton?

The tallest waterfall near Palmerton is Buttermilk Falls at 45 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Palmerton require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Palmerton?

Yes, 18 waterfalls near Palmerton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Palmerton?

The closest waterfall to Palmerton is Hawk Falls, approximately 10.7 miles away.

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