Waterfall Hikes Near Boston, PA

281 residents
New York Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Boston? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Boston. 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 40.3120°N, -79.8237°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Boston

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 12 gauged

12 waterfalls near Boston have live flow data today

Adams Falls Moderate Cole Run Falls Barely Flowing Creek Falls Barely Flowing Cucumber Falls Barely Flowing Jonathan Run Falls Barely Flowing Ohiopyle Falls Barely Flowing Sugar Run Falls Barely Flowing Grant City Falls Barely Flowing Spillway Falls Barely Flowing Homewood Falls Barely Flowing Winding Staircase Falls Barely Flowing White Tail Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 41 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 84°F

Tue 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 79°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 81°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 84°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 86°F Partly Sunny
Sun 86°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 86°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Boston

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Adams Falls Moderate · 3 cfs 29th percentile
  2. 2 Cucumber Falls Barely Flowing · 872 cfs 9th percentile
  3. 3 Jonathan Run Falls Barely Flowing · 872 cfs 9th percentile
  4. 4 Ohiopyle Falls Barely Flowing · 872 cfs 9th percentile
  5. 5 Sugar Run Falls Barely Flowing · 872 cfs 9th percentile
  6. 6 Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 999 cfs 8th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Boston (2 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.

Jonathan Run Falls waterfall

Jonathan Run Falls

41.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft
Ohiopyle Falls waterfall

Ohiopyle Falls

42.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Boston (6 waterfalls)

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

Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

40.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sugar Run Falls waterfall

Sugar Run Falls

41.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cucumber Falls waterfall

Cucumber Falls

42.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 12 Waterfalls Near Boston

Creek Falls waterfall

Creek Falls

23.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

40.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sugar Run Falls waterfall

Sugar Run Falls

41.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Jonathan Run Falls waterfall

Jonathan Run Falls

41.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft
Cucumber Falls waterfall

Cucumber Falls

42.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ohiopyle Falls waterfall

Ohiopyle Falls

42.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Cole Run Falls waterfall

Cole Run Falls

48 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
White Tail Falls waterfall

White Tail Falls

43 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Winding Staircase Falls

43 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Homewood Falls waterfall

Homewood Falls

37.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spillway Falls waterfall

Spillway Falls

37.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Grant City Falls waterfall CC

Grant City Falls

38.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Boston

Are there free waterfalls near Boston?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Boston, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Boston?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Boston, including Jonathan Run Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Boston?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Boston, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Boston?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Boston, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Boston?

The shortest waterfall hike near Boston is Adams Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Boston?

The tallest waterfall near Boston is Cucumber Falls at 30 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Boston?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Boston have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Boston?

The closest waterfall to Boston is Creek Falls, approximately 16.2 miles away.

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