Waterfall Hikes Near Avondale, PA

1,275 residents
New_York Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Avondale? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Avondale. 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 39.8248°N, -75.7819°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Avondale

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

2 of 6 waterfalls near Avondale are flowing strongly today

Amos Falls Roaring Falls of Schuylkill Low The Grotto Low Gilpins Falls Roaring Kilgores Rocks Low Wiley Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers · 64°F

Aft 91°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 62°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 64°F Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers Best
Sat 59°F Rain Showers
Sun 68°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Mem 73°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 78°F Chance Rain Showers

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Avondale (4 waterfalls)

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

Falls of Schuylkill waterfall CC

Falls of Schuylkill

16.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kilgores Rocks waterfall

Kilgores Rocks

38.6 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Grotto waterfall

The Grotto

34.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wiley Falls

42.9 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near Avondale

Gilpins Falls waterfall

Gilpins Falls

41.4 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Amos Falls

46.9 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Schuylkill waterfall CC

Falls of Schuylkill

16.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kilgores Rocks waterfall

Kilgores Rocks

38.6 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Grotto waterfall

The Grotto

34.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wiley Falls

42.9 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Avondale

Are there free waterfalls near Avondale?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Avondale, including Amos Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Avondale?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Avondale, including Falls of Schuylkill.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Avondale?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Avondale, including Falls of Schuylkill.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Avondale?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Avondale, including Kilgores Rocks.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Avondale?

The shortest waterfall hike near Avondale is Amos Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Avondale?

The tallest waterfall near Avondale is Kilgores Rocks at 17 feet.

What is the closest waterfall to Avondale?

The closest waterfall to Avondale is Gilpins Falls, approximately 15.9 miles away.

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