Waterfall Hikes Near Hockessin, DE

13,878 residents
New York Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hockessin? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Hockessin. 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 39.7837°N, -75.6815°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hockessin

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

2 of 6 waterfalls near Hockessin are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 84°F

Mon 85°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 84°F Sunny Best
Wed 86°F Sunny
Thu 82°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 81°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Sat 81°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 80°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Hockessin

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 Wiley Falls Moderate · 51 cfs 73rd percentile
  5. 5 Gilpins Falls Moderate · 38 cfs 72nd percentile
  6. 6 Amos Falls Moderate · 6230 cfs 50th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Hockessin (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

Wiley Falls

20.6 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near Hockessin

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
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

Wiley Falls

20.6 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hockessin

Are there free waterfalls near Hockessin?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hockessin?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hockessin?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Hockessin?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hockessin?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Hockessin?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Hockessin?

The closest waterfall to Hockessin is Gilpins Falls, approximately 18.1 miles away.

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