Waterfall Hikes Near Bryn Mawr, PA

5,508 residents
New York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Bryn Mawr? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Bryn Mawr. 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 40.0208°N, -75.3161°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Bryn Mawr

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

2 of 5 waterfalls near Bryn Mawr are flowing strongly today

Falls of Schuylkill Strong The Grotto Strong Gilpins Falls Barely Flowing Scudders Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 85°F

Tue 79°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 80°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 79°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Fri 82°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 85°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 85°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 83°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Bryn Mawr

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Falls of Schuylkill Roaring · 87 cfs 95th percentile
  2. 2 The Grotto Roaring · 87 cfs 95th percentile
  3. 3 Foul Rift Falls Low · 2570 cfs 10th percentile
  4. 4 Scudders Falls Barely Flowing · 47 cfs 2nd percentile
  5. 5 Gilpins Falls Barely Flowing · 22 cfs 0th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Bryn Mawr (3 waterfalls)

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

Falls of Schuylkill waterfall CC

Falls of Schuylkill

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

The Grotto

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

Scudders Falls

35.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Bryn Mawr

Falls of Schuylkill waterfall CC

Falls of Schuylkill

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

The Grotto

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

Scudders Falls

35.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gilpins Falls waterfall

Gilpins Falls

29 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

36.6 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Bryn Mawr

Are there free waterfalls near Bryn Mawr?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Bryn Mawr, including Falls of Schuylkill.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Bryn Mawr?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Bryn Mawr, including Falls of Schuylkill.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Bryn Mawr?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Bryn Mawr, including Falls of Schuylkill.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Bryn Mawr?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Bryn Mawr?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Bryn Mawr has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Bryn Mawr?

The closest waterfall to Bryn Mawr is Falls of Schuylkill, approximately 5.8 miles away.

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