Waterfall Hikes Near Glenside, PA

7,726 residents
New York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Glenside? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Glenside. 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 40.1032°N, -75.1517°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Glenside

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

2 of 5 waterfalls near Glenside are flowing strongly today

Falls of Schuylkill Moderate The Grotto Moderate Foul Rift Falls Roaring Pottersville Falls Roaring Scudders Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 89°F

Tod 82°F Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 87°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 89°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 96°F Sunny
Thu 101°F Sunny
Fri 102°F Sunny
Ind 97°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Glenside

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Foul Rift Falls Roaring · 4040 cfs 97th percentile
  2. 2 Pottersville Falls Roaring · 20 cfs 90th percentile
  3. 3 Falls of Schuylkill Moderate · 37 cfs 40th percentile
  4. 4 The Grotto Moderate · 37 cfs 40th percentile
  5. 5 Scudders Falls Moderate · 61 cfs 37th percentile

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

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

The Grotto waterfall

The Grotto

48 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Schuylkill waterfall CC

Falls of Schuylkill

14.8 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
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

17 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Glenside

The Grotto waterfall

The Grotto

48 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Schuylkill waterfall CC

Falls of Schuylkill

14.8 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
Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

37.1 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

17 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Glenside

Are there free waterfalls near Glenside?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Glenside, including Falls of Schuylkill.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Glenside?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Glenside?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Glenside?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Glenside?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Glenside has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Glenside?

The closest waterfall to Glenside is The Grotto, approximately 3.8 miles away.

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