Waterfall Hikes Near Claymont, DE

10,191 residents
New York Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Claymont? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Claymont. 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 39.8032°N, -75.4607°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Claymont

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

2 of 6 waterfalls near Claymont are flowing strongly today

Amos Falls Moderate Falls of Schuylkill Roaring The Grotto Roaring Gilpins Falls Moderate Kilgores Rocks Moderate Scudders Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 86°F

Mon 88°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 86°F Sunny Best
Wed 88°F Sunny
Thu 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 83°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Sat 82°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 82°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Claymont

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Falls of Schuylkill Roaring · 96 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 The Grotto Roaring · 96 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Kilgores Rocks Moderate · 51 cfs 73rd percentile
  4. 4 Gilpins Falls Moderate · 38 cfs 72nd percentile
  5. 5 Scudders Falls Moderate · 58 cfs 51st percentile
  6. 6 Amos Falls Moderate · 6230 cfs 50th percentile

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

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

Falls of Schuylkill waterfall CC

Falls of Schuylkill

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

The Grotto

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

Kilgores Rocks

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

Scudders Falls

43.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near Claymont

Falls of Schuylkill waterfall CC

Falls of Schuylkill

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

The Grotto

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

Gilpins Falls

45.9 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Amos Falls

36.7 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kilgores Rocks waterfall

Kilgores Rocks

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

Scudders Falls

43.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Claymont

Are there free waterfalls near Claymont?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Claymont?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Claymont?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Claymont?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Claymont?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Claymont?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Claymont?

The closest waterfall to Claymont is Falls of Schuylkill, approximately 21.3 miles away.

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