Waterfall Hikes Near Wilkes-Barre, PA

44,123 residents
New York Time Zone
68 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Wilkes-Barre? There are 68 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Wilkes-Barre. 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 41.2469°N, -75.8760°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Wilkes-Barre

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

67 of 68 gauged

33 of 67 waterfalls near Wilkes-Barre 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 Bass Lake Falls Strong Buck Hill Falls Moderate Paradise Falls Moderate Bucks Falls Roaring 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 Deer Leap Falls Strong Dingmans Falls Strong Factory Falls Strong Fulmer Falls Strong High Falls Strong Silverthread Falls Strong Great Falls of the Lehigh Roaring Hawk Falls Roaring Tobyhanna Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Ridgeway Falls Roaring Little Falls Roaring Wangum Falls Roaring Nay Aug Falls Roaring Pinchot Falls Roaring Raymondskill Falls Roaring Shohola Falls Strong Whirlpool Canyon Falls Roaring Tomhicken Falls Moderate Tillman Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 77°F

Tod 81°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Sat 76°F Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sun 74°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Lab 75°F Areas Of Fog then Sunny
Tue 77°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 76°F Chance Rain Showers
Thu 81°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Wilkes-Barre

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Whirlpool Canyon Falls Roaring · 11900 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Ridgeway Falls Roaring · 1860 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 High Falls Roaring · 1860 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Wangum Falls Roaring · 1070 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Little Falls Roaring · 1070 cfs 100th percentile
  6. 6 Pinchot Falls Roaring · 9180 cfs 99th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Wilkes-Barre (7 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 Wilkes-Barre (53 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
Great Falls of the Lehigh waterfall CC

Great Falls of the Lehigh

47 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
Kitchen Creek Falls waterfall

Kitchen Creek Falls

Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft
Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 68 Waterfalls Near Wilkes-Barre

Whirlpool Canyon Falls waterfall CC

Whirlpool Canyon Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

2.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls of the Lehigh waterfall CC

Great Falls of the Lehigh

47 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
Kitchen Creek Falls waterfall

Kitchen Creek Falls

Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft
Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tobyhanna Falls waterfall

Tobyhanna Falls

Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Murray Reynolds Falls waterfall

Murray Reynolds 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
Harrison Wright Falls waterfall

Harrison Wright Falls

29.3 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
B Reynolds Falls waterfall

B Reynolds Falls

44.3 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
Erie Falls waterfall

Erie 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
Ozone Falls waterfall

Ozone Falls

37.2 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
Shawnee Falls waterfall

Shawnee Falls

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

Conestoga Falls

29.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mohican Falls waterfall

Mohican Falls

29 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Wilkes-Barre

Are there free waterfalls near Wilkes-Barre?

There are 52 free waterfalls near Wilkes-Barre, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Wilkes-Barre?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Wilkes-Barre, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Wilkes-Barre?

There are 53 dog-friendly waterfalls near Wilkes-Barre, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Wilkes-Barre?

There are 47 kid-friendly waterfalls near Wilkes-Barre, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Wilkes-Barre?

The shortest waterfall hike near Wilkes-Barre is Adams Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Wilkes-Barre?

The tallest waterfall near Wilkes-Barre is Raymondskill Falls at 150 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Wilkes-Barre require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Wilkes-Barre require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Wilkes-Barre?

Yes, 27 waterfalls near Wilkes-Barre have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Wilkes-Barre?

The closest waterfall to Wilkes-Barre is Whirlpool Canyon Falls, approximately 3.5 miles away.

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