Waterfall Hikes Near Macungie, PA
within 50 miles
Macungie sits at the quiet end of the Lehigh Valley, and its nearest falls are about 27 miles north in the Poconos. Hawk Falls in Hickory Run State Park drops 25 feet, and the park lists its Hawk Falls Trail at 0.6 mile. Tobyhanna Falls is a 0.4 mile walk each way along Tobyhanna Creek in the Austin T. Blakeslee Natural Area, and the Great Falls of the Lehigh churn just below the Route 115 bridge at Stoddartsville. Toward Philadelphia, The Grotto tucks into Wissahickon Valley Park, while the Falls of Schuylkill were drowned by the Fairmount Water Works dam and survive mainly as a neighborhood name. Twenty-three falls make the radius.
Map of Waterfalls Near Macungie
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Water Flow
2 of 21 waterfalls near Macungie are flowing strongly today
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Updated about 2 hours agoRanked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.
- 1 The Grotto Strong ยท 51 cfs 77th percentile
- 2 Foul Rift Falls Strong ยท 2640 cfs 76th percentile
- 3 Scudders Falls Low ยท 72 cfs 11th percentile
- 4 Buck Hill Falls Barely Flowing ยท 7 cfs 2nd percentile
- 5 Paradise Falls Barely Flowing ยท 7 cfs 2nd percentile
- 6 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing ยท 154 cfs 1st percentile
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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Macungie (11 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Macungie
Are there free waterfalls near Macungie?
There are 16 free waterfalls near Macungie, including Buck Hill Falls.
Are there easy waterfall hikes near Macungie?
There are 11 easy waterfall hikes near Macungie, including Buttermilk Falls.
Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Macungie?
There are 14 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 Buttermilk Falls at 0.5 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, 11 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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