Waterfall Hikes Near Richlandtown, PA

1,237 residents
New York Time Zone
25 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Richlandtown? There are 25 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Richlandtown. 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 40.4724°N, -75.3212°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Richlandtown

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

24 of 25 gauged

17 of 24 waterfalls near Richlandtown 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 Pottersville Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours 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 Slight Chance Rain Showers
Thu 82°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Richlandtown

Updated about 1 hour 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 · 1090 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Tobyhanna Falls Roaring · 212 cfs 91st percentile
  4. 4 Hawk Falls Roaring · 212 cfs 91st percentile
  5. 5 High Falls Strong · 16 cfs 86th percentile
  6. 6 Great Falls of the Lehigh Strong · 186 cfs 84th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Richlandtown (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 Richlandtown (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 Richlandtown

The Grotto waterfall

The Grotto

28 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

29.4 miles away
New Jersey
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
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
Hawk Falls waterfall

Hawk Falls

41.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.7 miles 100 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
Tobyhanna Falls waterfall

Tobyhanna Falls

Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Indian Ladder Falls waterfall

Indian Ladder Falls

24.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

31.2 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Richlandtown

Are there free waterfalls near Richlandtown?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Richlandtown?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Richlandtown?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Richlandtown?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Richlandtown?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Richlandtown?

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

Do any waterfalls near Richlandtown require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Richlandtown?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near Richlandtown have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Richlandtown?

The closest waterfall to Richlandtown is The Grotto, approximately 25.1 miles away.

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