Waterfall Hikes Near Clayton, NJ

8,801 residents

New York Time Zone

4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Clayton? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Clayton. 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 39.6627°N, -75.0782°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Clayton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

4 waterfalls near Clayton have live flow data today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 84°F

Tue 80°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Wed 81°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Thu 80°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Fri 82°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sat 84°F Mostly Sunny Best

Sun 85°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Mon 83°F Chance Rain Showers

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Clayton (3 waterfalls)

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Falls of Schuylkill waterfall

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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 4 Waterfalls Near Clayton

Falls of Schuylkill waterfall

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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

Gilpins Falls waterfall

Gilpins Falls

29 miles away

Maryland

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

35.6 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Clayton

Are there free waterfalls near Clayton?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Clayton?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Clayton?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Clayton?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Clayton?

The closest waterfall to Clayton is Falls of Schuylkill, approximately 21.8 miles away.

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