Waterfall Hikes Near Reading, PA
Reading's ten falls scatter widely, so pick by drive. Tomhicken Falls to the north runs two miles with 200 feet of gain. Hawk Falls, up in Hickory Run State Park, drops 25 feet after 0.7 miles. The Grotto is a mile round trip. Heading south, Falls of Schuylkill in Philadelphia is a drive up view, and Gilpins Falls pours by its covered bridge in Cecil County, Maryland. Amos Falls and Conewago Falls fill the middle distances. Dogs are allowed on every trail we have details for.
Map of Waterfalls Near Reading
Pins are within 50 miles; hollow circles are day trips 50–100 miles out.
Today's Conditions
Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service
Water Flow
9 waterfalls near Reading have live flow data today
Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS
Best Day to Hike
Sunday
Mostly Sunny · 64°F
Flowing best right now near Reading
Updated about 2 hours agoRanked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.
- 1 Amos Falls Moderate · 6530 cfs 30th percentile
- 2 Scudders Falls Low · 76 cfs 19th percentile
- 3 The Grotto Low · 49 cfs 14th percentile
- 4 Conewago Falls Low · 14 cfs 12th percentile
- 5 Falls of Schuylkill Barely Flowing · 776 cfs 1st percentile
- 6 Tomhicken Falls Barely Flowing · 41 cfs 1st percentile
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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Reading (4 waterfalls)
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 (6 waterfalls)
Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.
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🧭 Day Trips From Reading (74 waterfalls, 50–100 miles away)
Everything listed above is within 50 miles of Reading. Make a day of it and 74 more are within 100 miles. The closest is Tobyhanna Falls, about 50 miles away, and the tallest is Raymondskill Falls at 150 ft. They're spread across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Maryland.
Distances are approximate, measured from the center of Reading; the drive is usually longer.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Reading
Are there free waterfalls near Reading?
There are 8 free waterfalls near Reading, including Amos Falls.
Are there easy waterfall hikes near Reading?
There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Reading, including Falls of Schuylkill.
Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Reading?
There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Reading, including Falls of Schuylkill.
Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Reading?
There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Reading, including Falls of Schuylkill.
What is the shortest waterfall hike near Reading?
The shortest waterfall hike near Reading is Hawk Falls at 0.5 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.
What waterfalls are within a day trip of Reading?
Beyond the 9 waterfalls within 50 miles, 74 more are between 50 and 100 miles from Reading. The closest of those is Tobyhanna Falls, approximately 50.3 miles away.
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