Waterfall Hikes Near Salem, NJ

5,285 residents
New_York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Salem? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Salem. 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 39.5681°N, -75.4724°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Salem

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

1 of 5 waterfalls near Salem is flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 72°F

Thu 68°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Fri 72°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 82°F Sunny
Sun 89°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 88°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 90°F Sunny
Wed 91°F Chance Rain Showers

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Salem (3 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

All 5 Waterfalls Near Salem

Gilpins Falls waterfall

Gilpins Falls

43.2 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
Amos Falls waterfall CC

Amos Falls

45.9 miles away
Maryland
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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Salem

Are there free waterfalls near Salem?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Salem, including Falls of Schuylkill.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Salem?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Salem, including Falls of Schuylkill.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Salem?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Salem, including Falls of Schuylkill.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Salem?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Salem?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Salem?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Salem?

The closest waterfall to Salem is Gilpins Falls, approximately 24.2 miles away.

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