22 Trails Within 100 Miles
Best Hikes Near Philadelphia
22 hiking trails within 100 miles of Philadelphia, from Delaware's own state high point to the Kittatinny Ridge
Closest: 20 miles
Drive Time: 27 min - 2 hrs
Difficulty: Easy to Hard
22 hiking trails within 100 miles of Philadelphia, from Delaware's own state high point to the Kittatinny Ridge
Philadelphia doesn't sit near dramatic peaks, but real elevation is closer than it looks. Head south into Delaware's Piedmont and you'll find Ebright Azimuth — at 449 feet, the lowest state high point in the country, and a genuine hiking curiosity under an hour from Center City. Push north instead and the land rises through the Kittatinny Ridge and the New Jersey Highlands, culminating in Mount Tammany's cliff-edge views over the Delaware Water Gap.
This guide covers all 22 trails within 100 miles of Philadelphia, sorted by actual distance from real trailhead coordinates — not the city center. Each trail includes:
Perfect for a quick morning hike
The Delaware Piedmont's gentler routes, great for beginners and families
More climbing, still a manageable day trip
Worth the extra drive — the Kittatinny Ridge, the NJ Highlands and Mount Tammany at the Delaware Water Gap
Sorted by distance from Philadelphia
