Waterfall Hikes Near Columbia, PA

10,203 residents

New York Time Zone

6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Columbia? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Columbia. 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 40.0347°N, -76.4944°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Columbia

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

3 of 6 waterfalls near Columbia are flowing strongly today

Amos Falls Strong Conewago Falls Moderate Conewago Falls Moderate Gilpins Falls Moderate Kilgores Rocks Strong Wiley Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 85°F

Aft 84°F Partly Sunny

Mon 85°F Sunny Best

Tue 91°F Sunny

Wed 98°F Sunny

Thu 92°F Mostly Sunny

Fri 90°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sat 89°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Columbia

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Columbia (2 waterfalls)

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

Wiley Falls

23.6 miles away

Maryland

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Kilgores Rocks waterfall

Kilgores Rocks

34.3 miles away

Maryland

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near Columbia

Conewago Falls

26.6 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Conewago Falls

26.4 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Wiley Falls

23.6 miles away

Maryland

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Kilgores Rocks waterfall

Kilgores Rocks

34.3 miles away

Maryland

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Amos Falls

37.3 miles away

Maryland

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Gilpins Falls waterfall

Gilpins Falls

35.8 miles away

Maryland

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Columbia

Are there free waterfalls near Columbia?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Columbia?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Columbia, including Kilgores Rocks.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Columbia?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Columbia, including Kilgores Rocks.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Columbia?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Columbia?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Columbia?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Columbia?

The closest waterfall to Columbia is Conewago Falls, approximately 13.5 miles away.

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