Waterfall Hikes Near Macungie, PA

3,249 residents
New York Time Zone
23 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Macungie sits at the quiet end of the Lehigh Valley, which puts about an hour between town and the Pocono waterfalls everyone drives to. Hawk Falls costs 0.7 miles of walking for a 25 foot drop, dogs included. Tobyhanna Falls runs three miles round trip, the Great Falls of the Lehigh four. The Grotto is an easy mile. Falls of Schuylkill down toward Philadelphia can be seen without hiking at all. Twenty three falls make the radius.

Located at 40.5165°N, -75.5545°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Macungie

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

22 of 23 gauged

1 of 22 waterfalls near Macungie is flowing strongly today

Buck Hill Falls Moderate Paradise Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Marshall Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Falls of Schuylkill Low The Grotto Low Foul Rift Falls Moderate Great Falls of the Lehigh Roaring Hawk Falls Low Tobyhanna Falls Low Nay Aug Falls Low Pottersville Falls Low Scudders Falls Barely Flowing Whirlpool Canyon Falls Moderate Tomhicken Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 86°F

Aft 86°F Sunny Best
Thu 86°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 85°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 82°F Sunny
Sun 82°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 83°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 83°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Macungie

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Great Falls of the Lehigh Roaring · 181 cfs 94th percentile
  2. 2 Snow Hill Falls Moderate · 90 cfs 70th percentile
  3. 3 Clarke Falls Moderate · 90 cfs 70th percentile
  4. 4 Spruce Cabin Falls Moderate · 90 cfs 70th percentile
  5. 5 Indian Ladder Falls Moderate · 90 cfs 70th percentile
  6. 6 Leavitt Falls Moderate · 90 cfs 70th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Macungie (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.

Hawk Falls waterfall

Hawk Falls

41.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Macungie (13 waterfalls)

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

Tobyhanna Falls waterfall

Tobyhanna Falls

32.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Great Falls of the Lehigh waterfall CC

Great Falls of the Lehigh

47.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Grotto waterfall

The Grotto

18.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Schuylkill waterfall CC

Falls of Schuylkill

42.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 23 Waterfalls Near Macungie

Leavitt Falls waterfall

Leavitt Falls

24.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snow Hill Falls waterfall

Snow Hill Falls

47.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Indian Ladder Falls waterfall

Indian Ladder Falls

36 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Macungie

Are there free waterfalls near Macungie?

There are 14 free waterfalls near Macungie, including Buck Hill Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Macungie?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Macungie?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Macungie, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Macungie?

There are 14 kid-friendly waterfalls near Macungie, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Macungie?

The shortest waterfall hike near Macungie is Buck Hill Falls at 0.7 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Macungie?

The tallest waterfall near Macungie is Hawk Falls at 25 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Macungie require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Macungie requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Macungie?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Macungie have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Macungie?

The closest waterfall to Macungie is Hawk Falls, approximately 27.3 miles away.

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