Bushkill Falls — 130ft Cascade in Pennsylvania

Bushkill Falls is a 130-foot cascade waterfall in Pike County, Pennsylvania, reached by an easy walk over 2 miles.

Bushkill Falls in Pike County, Pennsylvania is the 'Niagara of Pennsylvania' — a series of eight cascading waterfalls in a privately-owned park in the Pocono Mountains, with the Main Falls being the marquee 100-foot drop. The property has been a paid private attraction since 1904, with extensive boardwalks, suspended walkways, and observation platforms maintained by the Peters family. Multiple trail loops let you see all eight cascades; the longest loop is about 2 miles. Fall foliage (mid-October to early November) is the most-popular season.

What to expect

Drive into Bushkill Falls Park (in Pike County, PA, about 90 minutes from NYC or Philadelphia). Buy the trail ticket at the gate ($15+). Choose your loop: the short Green Trail just visits the Main Falls; the longer Yellow or Red trails visit all eight cascades. Wooden boardwalks, multiple stairs, and suspended bridges connect the falls. Plan 2-4 hours depending on loop choice. Pair with Promised Land State Park or the Delaware Water Gap NRA.