Waterfall Hikes Near Mercer, PA

1,950 residents
New York Time Zone
9 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mercer? There are 9 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mercer. 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 41.2266°N, -80.2361°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mercer

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 9 gauged

7 of 9 waterfalls near Mercer are flowing strongly today

Cascade Falls Roaring Minnehaha Falls Roaring Grant City Falls Roaring Springfield Falls Roaring Spillway Falls Roaring Homewood Falls Roaring Howard Falls Barely Flowing Quakertown Falls Strong Rock Creek Falls Low

Updated 29 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 78°F

Mon 79°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Tue 80°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Wed 78°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 77°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Fri 78°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 79°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 76°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Mercer

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Cascade Falls Roaring · 55 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Homewood Falls Roaring · 3930 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Minnehaha Falls Roaring · 55 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Grant City Falls Roaring · 31 cfs 96th percentile
  5. 5 Springfield Falls Roaring · 31 cfs 96th percentile
  6. 6 Spillway Falls Roaring · 31 cfs 96th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Mercer (2 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 Mercer (5 waterfalls)

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

Springfield Falls waterfall

Springfield Falls

17.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rock Creek Falls waterfall

Rock Creek Falls

37.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Quakertown Falls waterfall CC

Quakertown Falls

13.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 9 Waterfalls Near Mercer

Springfield Falls waterfall

Springfield Falls

17.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Grant City Falls waterfall CC

Grant City Falls

11.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spillway Falls waterfall

Spillway Falls

10.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rock Creek Falls waterfall

Rock Creek Falls

37.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Quakertown Falls waterfall CC

Quakertown Falls

13.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Homewood Falls waterfall

Homewood Falls

4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Howard Falls

42.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.6 miles 150 ft
Minnehaha Falls waterfall

Minnehaha Falls

34 miles away
Ohio
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

34.1 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mercer

Are there free waterfalls near Mercer?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Mercer, including Cascade Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Mercer?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Mercer, including Howard Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Mercer?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Mercer, including Cascade Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mercer?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Mercer, including Cascade Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mercer?

The shortest waterfall hike near Mercer is Cascade Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Mercer?

The tallest waterfall near Mercer is Quakertown Falls at 40 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Mercer?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Mercer have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Mercer?

The closest waterfall to Mercer is Springfield Falls, approximately 4.9 miles away.

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