Waterfall Hikes Near Allentown, NJ

1,817 residents
New York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Allentown? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Allentown. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 40.1778°N, -74.5873°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Allentown

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

5 waterfalls near Allentown have live flow data today

Falls of Schuylkill Moderate The Grotto Moderate Pottersville Falls Moderate Scudders Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 77°F

Aft 86°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 82°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 77°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 79°F Sunny
Tue 82°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 80°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Thu 85°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Allentown

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Scudders Falls Moderate · 318 cfs 58th percentile
  2. 2 Pottersville Falls Moderate · 41 cfs 57th percentile
  3. 3 Falls of Schuylkill Moderate · 96 cfs 51st percentile
  4. 4 The Grotto Moderate · 96 cfs 51st percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Allentown (5 waterfalls)

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

Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

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

The Grotto

28 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

13 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Schuylkill waterfall CC

Falls of Schuylkill

4.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

31.6 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Allentown

Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

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

The Grotto

28 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

13 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Schuylkill waterfall CC

Falls of Schuylkill

4.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

31.6 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Allentown

Are there free waterfalls near Allentown?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Allentown, including Falls of Schuylkill.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Allentown?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Allentown, including Falls of Schuylkill.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Allentown?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Allentown, including Falls of Schuylkill.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Allentown?

The shortest waterfall hike near Allentown is Falls of Schuylkill at 2.4 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Allentown?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Allentown has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Allentown?

The closest waterfall to Allentown is Scudders Falls, approximately 15.6 miles away.

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