Waterfall Hikes Near Topton, PA

2,277 residents
New York Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Fourteen falls circle Topton, some in the Poconos and some down toward Philadelphia. Hawk Falls in Hickory Run drops 25 feet after 0.7 miles with about 100 feet of gain. Tobyhanna Falls costs a three mile round trip. Tomhicken Falls takes two miles with 200 feet of climbing. The Grotto keeps it to a single easy mile, and Falls of Schuylkill needs no hiking at all on a Philadelphia errand. Dogs are welcome on nearly every trail in this list.

Located at 40.5031°N, -75.7023°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Topton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 14 gauged

8 of 14 waterfalls near Topton are flowing strongly today

Buttermilk Falls Strong Clarke Falls Strong Lee Falls Strong Falls of Schuylkill Moderate The Grotto Moderate Great Falls of the Lehigh Strong Hawk Falls Roaring Tobyhanna Falls Roaring Nay Aug Falls Roaring Paradise Falls Moderate Whirlpool Canyon Falls Roaring Tomhicken Falls Moderate

Updated 38 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 77°F

Aft 84°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 79°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 Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Topton

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 Whirlpool Canyon Falls Roaring · 11900 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Nay Aug Falls Roaring · 314 cfs 92nd percentile
  4. 4 Hawk Falls Roaring · 212 cfs 91st percentile
  5. 5 Tobyhanna Falls Roaring · 212 cfs 91st percentile
  6. 6 Great Falls of the Lehigh Strong · 186 cfs 84th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Topton (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.

Hawk Falls waterfall

Hawk Falls

41.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Topton (9 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 14 Waterfalls Near Topton

Hawk Falls waterfall

Hawk Falls

41.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.7 miles 100 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

Tomhicken Falls

38.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Whirlpool Canyon Falls waterfall CC

Whirlpool Canyon Falls

47 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

29.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
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
Nay Aug Falls waterfall

Nay Aug Falls

9.2 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
Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

19.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Topton

Are there free waterfalls near Topton?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Topton, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Topton?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Topton?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Topton, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Topton?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Topton, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Topton?

The shortest waterfall hike near Topton is Buttermilk Falls at 0.7 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Topton?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Topton?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Topton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Topton?

The closest waterfall to Topton is Hawk Falls, approximately 27.5 miles away.

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