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Buttermilk Falls

Luzerne County, Pennsylvania

Your visit at a glance

Waterfall height
60 ft (18.3 m)
Location
Luzerne County, Pennsylvania
Access status
Roadside falls beside a pull-off; low flow in summer
The walk
Less than 200 feet from the road
Ground & access
Short walk from the parking area to the base; rocks are slippery when wet.
PA Bucket List: Exploring Buttermilk Falls in Luzerne County

Buttermilk Falls (sometimes called Bear Creek Falls) is a 30 to 35 foot waterfall on a small stream at the western edge of Natural Lands' Bear Creek Preserve, beside White Haven Road one mile south of Bear Creek Village. From the back of the dirt and gravel parking area there is a partial view of the falls; walk a short way to the base for a full view. Flow is best during the spring thaw or after heavy rain.

Plan your visit

Dirt pull-off on White Haven Road one mile south of Bear Creek Village, then a few steps to the falls

Uncovering PA says the falls are less than 200 feet from the roadway, beside the pull-off.

Short walk from the parking area to the base; rocks are slippery when wet.

Where to start

Dirt and gravel pull-off on the east side of White Haven Road, large enough for several cars; PA Bucket List gives 41.16685, -75.74329. The lot is not plowed in winter, and White Haven Road has narrow shoulders.

Timing & water

Often a trickle in summer. Winter parking is difficult because the lot is not plowed.

Before you go

No fee is mentioned.

Visitor information
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More waterfalls nearby

Within 40 straight-line miles. Road and trail distances will differ.

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Waterfall location

Luzerne County, Pennsylvania.

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