Waterfall Hikes Near Reading, PA

272,712 residents
New York Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Reading? There are 8 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Reading. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 40.3400°N, -75.9267°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Reading

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 8 gauged

1 of 8 waterfalls near Reading is flowing strongly today

Amos Falls Strong Conewago Falls Moderate Conewago Falls Moderate Falls of Schuylkill Barely Flowing The Grotto Barely Flowing Gilpins Falls Moderate Hawk Falls Moderate Tomhicken Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 83°F

Thu 91°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Jun 83°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 81°F Sunny
Sun 84°F Sunny
Mon 81°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 83°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 84°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Reading

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Amos Falls Strong · 34200 cfs 87th percentile
  2. 2 Conewago Falls Moderate · 7 cfs 41st percentile
  3. 3 Conewago Falls Moderate · 7 cfs 41st percentile
  4. 4 Tomhicken Falls Moderate · 41 cfs 38th percentile
  5. 5 Gilpins Falls Moderate · 28 cfs 26th percentile
  6. 6 Hawk Falls Moderate · 92 cfs 26th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Reading (1 waterfall)

Easy access waterfalls are drive-up or short-walk friendly. Perfect for families, casual visitors, or anyone who loves waterfalls but is "so-so" about hiking.

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

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

Tomhicken Falls

34.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
The Grotto waterfall

The Grotto

48 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 8 Waterfalls Near Reading

Gilpins Falls waterfall

Gilpins Falls

44.8 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tomhicken Falls

34.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Amos Falls

42.4 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Conewago Falls

Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Conewago Falls

Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Grotto waterfall

The Grotto

48 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hawk Falls waterfall

Hawk Falls

29 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft
Falls of Schuylkill waterfall CC

Falls of Schuylkill

14.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Reading

Are there free waterfalls near Reading?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Reading, including Amos Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Reading?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Reading, including Hawk Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Reading?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Reading?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Reading?

The shortest waterfall hike near Reading is Amos Falls at 0.7 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Reading?

The tallest waterfall near Reading is Hawk Falls at 25 feet.

What is the closest waterfall to Reading?

The closest waterfall to Reading is Gilpins Falls, approximately 34.9 miles away.

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