Waterfall Hikes Near Newport, DE

1,145 residents
New_York Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Newport? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Newport. 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 39.7135°N, -75.6046°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Newport

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

1 of 6 waterfalls near Newport is flowing strongly today

Amos Falls Roaring Falls of Schuylkill Barely Flowing The Grotto Barely Flowing Gilpins Falls Barely Flowing Kilgores Rocks Barely Flowing Wiley Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 31 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 88°F

Sun 88°F Sunny Best
Mon 90°F Sunny
Tue 94°F Sunny
Wed 96°F Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 73°F Chance Rain Showers
Fri 68°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 69°F Chance Rain Showers

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

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

Falls of Schuylkill waterfall

Falls of Schuylkill

7.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Grotto waterfall

The Grotto

25.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kilgores Rocks waterfall

Kilgores Rocks

38.6 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wiley Falls

42.9 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near Newport

Gilpins Falls waterfall

Gilpins Falls

41.4 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Amos Falls

46.9 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Schuylkill waterfall

Falls of Schuylkill

7.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Grotto waterfall

The Grotto

25.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kilgores Rocks waterfall

Kilgores Rocks

38.6 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wiley Falls

42.9 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Newport

Are there free waterfalls near Newport?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Newport?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Newport?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Newport?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Newport?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Newport?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Newport?

The closest waterfall to Newport is Gilpins Falls, approximately 17.9 miles away.

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