Waterfall Hikes Near Quakertown, PA

9,309 residents
New York Time Zone
25 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Quakertown? There are 25 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Quakertown. 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 40.4398°N, -75.3455°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Quakertown

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

24 of 25 gauged

18 of 24 waterfalls near Quakertown 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 Foul Rift Falls Roaring Great Falls of the Lehigh Roaring Hawk Falls Roaring Tobyhanna Falls Roaring High Falls Strong Little Falls Roaring Pottersville Falls Moderate Scudders Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 75°F

Aft 84°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 79°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 75°F Sunny Best
Lab 76°F Sunny
Tue 79°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 76°F Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Thu 83°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Quakertown

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Foul Rift Falls Roaring · 9180 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Little Falls Roaring · 952 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Tobyhanna Falls Roaring · 215 cfs 93rd percentile
  4. 4 Hawk Falls Roaring · 215 cfs 93rd percentile
  5. 5 Great Falls of the Lehigh Roaring · 191 cfs 90th percentile
  6. 6 High Falls Strong · 15 cfs 85th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Quakertown (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.

Paradise Falls waterfall

Paradise Falls

48.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Quakertown (15 waterfalls)

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

The Grotto waterfall

The Grotto

28 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Schuylkill waterfall CC

Falls of Schuylkill

4.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

19.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 25 Waterfalls Near Quakertown

Winona Falls

39.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.5 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
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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Quakertown

Are there free waterfalls near Quakertown?

There are 14 free waterfalls near Quakertown, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Quakertown?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Quakertown?

There are 15 dog-friendly waterfalls near Quakertown, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Quakertown?

There are 16 kid-friendly waterfalls near Quakertown, including Bass Lake Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Quakertown?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Quakertown?

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

Do any waterfalls near Quakertown require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Quakertown?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near Quakertown have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Quakertown?

The closest waterfall to Quakertown is The Grotto, approximately 24.5 miles away.

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