Waterfall Hikes Near Bowers, PA

259 residents
New York Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Bowers? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Bowers. 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 40.4849°N, -75.7423°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Bowers

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 12 gauged

3 of 12 waterfalls near Bowers are flowing strongly today

Clarke Falls Moderate Falls of Schuylkill Moderate The Grotto Moderate Foul Rift Falls Roaring Gilpins Falls Moderate Great Falls of the Lehigh Moderate Hawk Falls Moderate Tobyhanna Falls Moderate Nay Aug Falls Strong Scudders Falls Low Whirlpool Canyon Falls Roaring Tomhicken Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 78°F

Tod 80°F Partly Sunny
Sun 78°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 78°F Sunny Best
Tue 81°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 85°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 81°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Fri 77°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Bowers

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Foul Rift Falls Roaring · 11500 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Whirlpool Canyon Falls Roaring · 21300 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Nay Aug Falls Strong · 276 cfs 77th percentile
  4. 4 Hawk Falls Moderate · 176 cfs 72nd percentile
  5. 5 Tobyhanna Falls Moderate · 176 cfs 72nd percentile
  6. 6 Great Falls of the Lehigh Moderate · 143 cfs 68th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Bowers (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.

Hawk Falls waterfall

Hawk Falls

41.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Bowers (8 waterfalls)

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

Tobyhanna Falls waterfall

Tobyhanna Falls

Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Great Falls of the Lehigh waterfall CC

Great Falls of the Lehigh

47 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tomhicken Falls

38.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

All 12 Waterfalls Near Bowers

Hawk Falls waterfall

Hawk Falls

41.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft
Tobyhanna Falls waterfall

Tobyhanna Falls

Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Great Falls of the Lehigh waterfall CC

Great Falls of the Lehigh

47 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tomhicken Falls

38.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Whirlpool Canyon Falls waterfall CC

Whirlpool Canyon Falls

47 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

29.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Grotto waterfall

The Grotto

28 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Schuylkill waterfall CC

Falls of Schuylkill

4.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

19.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nay Aug Falls waterfall

Nay Aug Falls

9.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Clarke Falls waterfall

Clarke Falls

48.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Gilpins Falls waterfall

Gilpins Falls

39.4 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Bowers

Are there free waterfalls near Bowers?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Bowers, including Falls of Schuylkill.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Bowers?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Bowers?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Bowers, including Falls of Schuylkill.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Bowers?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Bowers, including Falls of Schuylkill.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Bowers?

The shortest waterfall hike near Bowers is Clarke Falls at 0.7 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Bowers?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Bowers?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Bowers have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Bowers?

The closest waterfall to Bowers is Hawk Falls, approximately 30.1 miles away.

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