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

5 waterfalls near Chester Heights have live flow data today

Amos Falls Barely Flowing Falls of Schuylkill Low The Grotto Low Gilpins Falls Barely Flowing Scudders Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 86°F

Aft 86°F Sunny Best
Thu 87°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 85°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 83°F Sunny
Sun 84°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 84°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 84°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Chester Heights

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Falls of Schuylkill Low · 55 cfs 12th percentile
  2. 2 The Grotto Low · 55 cfs 12th percentile
  3. 3 Scudders Falls Barely Flowing · 67 cfs 4th percentile
  4. 4 Amos Falls Barely Flowing · 5730 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Gilpins Falls Barely Flowing · 35 cfs 0th 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

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

The Grotto

18.9 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

All 5 Waterfalls Near Chester Heights

Falls of Schuylkill waterfall CC

Falls of Schuylkill

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

The Grotto

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

Gilpins Falls

31.8 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Amos Falls

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

Scudders Falls

38.2 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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