Waterfall Hikes Near Norristown, PA

35,712 residents
New York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Norristown? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Norristown. 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 40.1225°N, -75.3398°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Norristown

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

1 of 5 waterfalls near Norristown is flowing strongly today

Falls of Schuylkill Moderate The Grotto Moderate Foul Rift Falls Roaring Gilpins Falls Moderate Scudders Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 79°F

Aft 86°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 81°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 77°F Sunny
Lab 79°F Sunny Best
Tue 82°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 79°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Thu 86°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Norristown

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Foul Rift Falls Roaring · 9180 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Gilpins Falls Moderate · 68 cfs 63rd percentile
  3. 3 Scudders Falls Moderate · 278 cfs 55th percentile
  4. 4 Falls of Schuylkill Moderate · 96 cfs 51st percentile
  5. 5 The Grotto Moderate · 96 cfs 51st percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Norristown (3 waterfalls)

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

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

All 5 Waterfalls Near Norristown

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
Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

29.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gilpins Falls waterfall

Gilpins Falls

39.4 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Norristown

Are there free waterfalls near Norristown?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Norristown?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Norristown?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Norristown?

The shortest waterfall hike near Norristown is Falls of Schuylkill at 2.4 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Norristown?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Norristown has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Norristown?

The closest waterfall to Norristown is The Grotto, approximately 8.8 miles away.

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