Waterfall Hikes Near Mertztown, PA

666 residents
New York Time Zone
16 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mertztown? There are 16 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mertztown. 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 40.5033°N, -75.6674°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mertztown

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 16 gauged

15 waterfalls near Mertztown have live flow data today

Buttermilk Falls Low Marshall Falls Low Twin Falls Low Clarke Falls Barely Flowing Lee Falls Barely Flowing Falls of Schuylkill Moderate The Grotto Moderate Foul Rift Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls of the Lehigh Low Hawk Falls Moderate Tobyhanna Falls Moderate Paradise Falls Barely Flowing Scudders Falls Low Whirlpool Canyon Falls Barely Flowing Tomhicken Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 98°F

Wed 94°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 98°F Sunny Best
Fri 99°F Sunny
Ind 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 90°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 84°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 85°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Mertztown

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Falls of Schuylkill Moderate · 41 cfs 54th percentile
  2. 2 The Grotto Moderate · 41 cfs 54th percentile
  3. 3 Tomhicken Falls Moderate · 39 cfs 44th percentile
  4. 4 Hawk Falls Moderate · 88 cfs 30th percentile
  5. 5 Tobyhanna Falls Moderate · 88 cfs 30th percentile
  6. 6 Buttermilk Falls Low · 152 cfs 21st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Mertztown (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

29 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Mertztown (10 waterfalls)

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

Tobyhanna Falls waterfall

Tobyhanna Falls

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

Great Falls of the Lehigh

40.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tomhicken Falls

34.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
The Grotto waterfall

The Grotto

48 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 16 Waterfalls Near Mertztown

Hawk Falls waterfall

Hawk Falls

29 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft
Tobyhanna Falls waterfall

Tobyhanna Falls

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

Great Falls of the Lehigh

40.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

37.1 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tomhicken Falls

34.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
The Grotto waterfall

The Grotto

48 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Whirlpool Canyon Falls waterfall CC

Whirlpool Canyon Falls

22.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Falls of Schuylkill waterfall CC

Falls of Schuylkill

14.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Clarke Falls waterfall

Clarke Falls

27.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

31.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Paradise Falls waterfall

Paradise Falls

12.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft
Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

28.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

48.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

1.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Marshall Falls waterfall

Marshall Falls

23.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Marshalls Falls waterfall

Marshalls Falls

23.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mertztown

Are there free waterfalls near Mertztown?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Mertztown, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Mertztown?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Mertztown?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Mertztown, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mertztown?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Mertztown, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mertztown?

The shortest waterfall hike near Mertztown is Buttermilk Falls at 0.7 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Mertztown?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Mertztown?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Mertztown have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Mertztown?

The closest waterfall to Mertztown is Hawk Falls, approximately 26 miles away.

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