Waterfall Hikes Near West Falls, PA

308 residents
New York Time Zone
55 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near West Falls? There are 55 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of West Falls. 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 41.4530°N, -75.8605°W

Map of Waterfalls Near West Falls

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

55 of 55 gauged

21 of 55 waterfalls near West Falls are flowing strongly today

Adams Falls Moderate Angel Falls Moderate B Reynolds Falls Moderate Cayuga Falls Moderate Cold Run Road Falls Moderate Conestoga Falls Moderate Delaware Falls Moderate Dry Run Falls Moderate Dutchman Falls Moderate Erie Falls Moderate F L Ricketts Falls Moderate Ganoga Falls Moderate Harrison Wright Falls Moderate Huron Falls Moderate Kitchen Creek Falls Moderate Lewis Falls Moderate Lincoln Falls Moderate Mohawk Falls Moderate Mohican Falls Moderate Murray Reynolds Falls Moderate Oneida Falls Moderate Onondaga Falls Moderate Ozone Falls Moderate R B Ricketts Falls Moderate Seneca Falls Moderate Shawnee Falls Moderate Sheldon Reynolds Falls Moderate Wyandot Falls Moderate Wenonan Falls Moderate Tuscarora Falls Moderate Buck Hill Falls Moderate Paradise Falls Moderate Bucks Falls Roaring Buttermilk 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 Darbytown Falls Roaring Great Falls of the Lehigh Roaring 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 Shohola Falls Strong Whirlpool Canyon Falls Roaring Tomhicken Falls Moderate

Updated 25 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 74°F

Aft 80°F Partly Sunny
Sat 76°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 74°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 75°F Areas Of Fog then Sunny
Tue 77°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 76°F Chance Rain Showers
Thu 80°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near West Falls

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Wangum Falls Roaring · 952 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 High Falls Roaring · 1600 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Whirlpool Canyon Falls Roaring · 11000 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Ridgeway Falls Roaring · 1600 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Little Falls Roaring · 952 cfs 100th percentile
  6. 6 Darbytown Falls Roaring · 1540 cfs 100th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near West Falls (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around West Falls (40 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

2.6 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
Onondaga Falls waterfall

Onondaga Falls

21.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
F L Ricketts Falls waterfall

F L Ricketts Falls

21.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shawnee Falls waterfall

Shawnee Falls

21.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 55 Waterfalls Near West Falls

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

2.6 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
Whirlpool Canyon Falls waterfall CC

Whirlpool Canyon Falls

47 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Onondaga Falls waterfall

Onondaga Falls

21.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
F L Ricketts Falls waterfall

F L Ricketts Falls

21.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shawnee Falls waterfall

Shawnee Falls

21.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Huron Falls waterfall

Huron Falls

37.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ozone Falls waterfall

Ozone Falls

37.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
R B Ricketts Falls waterfall

R B Ricketts Falls

37.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
B Reynolds Falls waterfall

B Reynolds Falls

44.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wyandot Falls waterfall

Wyandot Falls

29.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Harrison Wright Falls waterfall

Harrison Wright Falls

29.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sheldon Reynolds Falls waterfall

Sheldon Reynolds Falls

29.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Erie Falls waterfall

Erie Falls

29.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Murray Reynolds Falls waterfall

Murray Reynolds Falls

29.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tuscarora Falls waterfall

Tuscarora Falls

29.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cayuga Falls waterfall

Cayuga Falls

38.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Oneida Falls waterfall

Oneida Falls

38.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.2 miles 400 ft
Ganoga Falls waterfall

Ganoga Falls

38.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mohawk Falls waterfall

Mohawk Falls

38.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near West Falls

Are there free waterfalls near West Falls?

There are 42 free waterfalls near West Falls, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near West Falls?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in West Falls?

There are 40 dog-friendly waterfalls near West Falls, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near West Falls?

There are 34 kid-friendly waterfalls near West Falls, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near West Falls?

The shortest waterfall hike near West Falls is Adams Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near West Falls?

The tallest waterfall near West Falls is Ganoga Falls at 94 feet.

Do any waterfalls near West Falls require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near West Falls require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around West Falls?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near West Falls have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to West Falls?

The closest waterfall to West Falls is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 0.9 miles away.

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