Waterfall Hikes Near Bowers, PA

259 residents
New York Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Bowers? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Bowers. 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 40.4849°N, -75.7423°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Bowers

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 12 gauged

1 of 12 waterfalls near Bowers is flowing strongly today

Falls of Schuylkill Low The Grotto Low Foul Rift Falls Moderate Gilpins Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls of the Lehigh Roaring Hawk Falls Low Tobyhanna Falls Low Nay Aug Falls Low Scudders Falls Barely Flowing Whirlpool Canyon Falls Moderate Tomhicken Falls Moderate

Updated 36 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 85°F

Aft 85°F Sunny Best
Thu 85°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 84°F Partly Sunny
Sat 81°F Sunny
Sun 82°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 82°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 82°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Bowers

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Great Falls of the Lehigh Roaring · 181 cfs 94th percentile
  2. 2 Clarke Falls Moderate · 90 cfs 70th percentile
  3. 3 Tomhicken Falls Moderate · 36 cfs 67th percentile
  4. 4 Hawk Falls Moderate · 190 cfs 63rd percentile
  5. 5 Tobyhanna Falls Moderate · 190 cfs 63rd percentile
  6. 6 Whirlpool Canyon Falls Moderate · 6240 cfs 44th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Bowers (1 waterfall)

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

41.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Bowers (8 waterfalls)

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

Tobyhanna Falls waterfall

Tobyhanna Falls

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

Great Falls of the Lehigh

47.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tomhicken Falls

38.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

All 12 Waterfalls Near Bowers

Hawk Falls waterfall

Hawk Falls

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

Tobyhanna Falls

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

Great Falls of the Lehigh

47.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tomhicken Falls

38.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Whirlpool Canyon Falls waterfall CC

Whirlpool Canyon Falls

5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

20.6 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Grotto waterfall

The Grotto

18.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Schuylkill waterfall CC

Falls of Schuylkill

42.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

38.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nay Aug Falls waterfall

Nay Aug Falls

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

Clarke Falls

43.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Gilpins Falls waterfall

Gilpins Falls

31.8 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Bowers

Are there free waterfalls near Bowers?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Bowers, including Falls of Schuylkill.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Bowers?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Bowers, including Hawk Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Bowers?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Bowers, including Falls of Schuylkill.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Bowers?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Bowers, including Falls of Schuylkill.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Bowers?

The shortest waterfall hike near Bowers is Clarke Falls at 0.7 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Bowers?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Bowers?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Bowers have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Bowers?

The closest waterfall to Bowers is Hawk Falls, approximately 30.1 miles away.

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