Waterfall Hikes Near Chester Heights, PA

2,897 residents
New York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Chester Heights? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Chester Heights. 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 39.8927°N, -75.4698°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Chester Heights

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

1 of 5 waterfalls near Chester Heights is flowing strongly today

Amos Falls Low Falls of Schuylkill Moderate The Grotto Moderate Gilpins Falls Strong Scudders Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 89°F

Tod 81°F Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 86°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 89°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 95°F Sunny
Thu 100°F Sunny
Fri 101°F Sunny
Ind 97°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Chester Heights

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Gilpins Falls Strong · 29 cfs 75th percentile
  2. 2 Falls of Schuylkill Moderate · 37 cfs 40th percentile
  3. 3 The Grotto Moderate · 37 cfs 40th percentile
  4. 4 Scudders Falls Moderate · 61 cfs 37th percentile
  5. 5 Amos Falls Low · 5860 cfs 13th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Chester Heights (3 waterfalls)

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

Falls of Schuylkill waterfall CC

Falls of Schuylkill

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

The Grotto

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

Scudders Falls

31.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Chester Heights

Falls of Schuylkill waterfall CC

Falls of Schuylkill

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

The Grotto

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

Gilpins Falls

44.8 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Amos Falls

42.4 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

31.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Chester Heights

Are there free waterfalls near Chester Heights?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Chester Heights, including Amos Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Chester Heights?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Chester Heights, including Falls of Schuylkill.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Chester Heights?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Chester Heights, including Falls of Schuylkill.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Chester Heights?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Chester Heights?

The closest waterfall to Chester Heights is Falls of Schuylkill, approximately 17.3 miles away.

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