Waterfall Hikes Near Lancaster, PA
within 50 miles
The Susquehanna forms Lancaster County's western edge, and Conewago Falls ripples across the river out by Falmouth. For a swim, drive south over the Maryland line to Kilgores Rocks, where 1.3 miles of trail end at a 17 foot drop and a pool. The Grotto and Wiley Falls each want about a mile of level walking. Falls of Schuylkill shows itself to Philadelphia traffic without a hike. Nine falls in range here, dog friendly wherever a trail is listed.
Map of Waterfalls Near Lancaster
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9 waterfalls near Lancaster have live flow data today
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Flowing best right now near Lancaster
Updated about 2 hours agoRanked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.
- 1 Tomhicken Falls Low · 40 cfs 10th percentile
- 2 Amos Falls Barely Flowing · 9290 cfs 5th percentile
- 3 Conewago Falls Barely Flowing · 9 cfs 0th percentile
- 4 Conewago Falls Barely Flowing · 9 cfs 0th percentile
- 5 Falls of Schuylkill Barely Flowing · 52 cfs 0th percentile
- 6 Gilpins Falls Barely Flowing · 35 cfs 0th percentile
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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lancaster (5 waterfalls)
Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.
All 9 Waterfalls Near Lancaster
Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lancaster
Are there free waterfalls near Lancaster?
There are 8 free waterfalls near Lancaster, including Amos Falls.
Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lancaster?
There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lancaster, including Falls of Schuylkill.
Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lancaster?
There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lancaster, including Falls of Schuylkill.
Can you swim in any waterfalls near Lancaster?
There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Lancaster, including Kilgores Rocks.
What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lancaster?
The shortest waterfall hike near Lancaster is Amos Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.
How tall are the waterfalls near Lancaster?
The tallest waterfall near Lancaster is Kilgores Rocks at 17 feet.
What is the closest waterfall to Lancaster?
The closest waterfall to Lancaster is Conewago Falls, approximately 21.3 miles away.
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