Bushkill Falls with Kids: Yellow Trail Guide & Stroller Warning
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We took the kids to Bushkill Falls, the place people call the Niagara of Pennsylvania. The Main Falls drop through a wooded gorge in the Pocono Mountains, the mist sits on the stairs, and the day stays easy once you pick the right trail.
$15 / $9
Adults and kids, roughly
45 min
Yellow Trail
No stroller
Bring a carrier
Kids friendly yellow trail at Bushkill Falls Pennsylvania
Watch on YouTubeThe Trail Breakdown
We chose the Yellow Trail. It takes about 45 minutes, and it offers stunning views of the Main Falls without being too exhausting for children. We saw the water from the top and again from the bottom, and the kids still had something left for the ride home.
Quick Family Logistics
Four details we would hand another family in the parking lot. The prices are roughly what we paid. The park’s admission page is the one to recheck, because that number moves.
- Cost: Roughly $15 for adults and $9 for kids (slightly higher on weekends).
- Dogs: Allowed on a leash (but they might get wet from the mist!).
- Swimming: Strictly prohibited.
- Footwear: Grippy shoes are required because the wooden stairs get very slippery.
Frequently Asked Questions
Parents asked us the same five questions. Here is what we found with the kids.
Is Bushkill Falls stroller friendly?
We quickly learned that Bushkill Falls is not stroller or wheelchair friendly. Because of the rough terrain, tree roots, and hundreds of wooden stairs, we highly recommend bringing a baby carrier instead.
Which trail is best for kids at Bushkill Falls?
We decided to take the Yellow Trail! It took us about 45 minutes to complete, and it gave us incredible views of both the top and bottom of the waterfalls without being too long for the kids.
Are there places to rest along the trails?
Yes, we found plenty of wooden observation decks and benches along the paths where we could safely stop, take a breather, and let the kids look at the water.
Can we bring our dog to the waterfalls?
We saw several families with dogs! Just remember they must stay on a leash, and they will likely get a little wet from the waterfall mist.
Is it safe for young children?
We felt very secure because the wooden walkways have sturdy railings. However, the mist makes the stairs very slippery, so we made sure our kids wore good, grippy shoes and we held their hands on the steep parts.
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Fall view
The Main Falls in fall color, from the overlook.
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