Waterfall Hikes Near Burlington, WV

187 residents
New York Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Burlington? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Burlington. 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 39.3370°N, -78.9223°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Burlington

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 12 gauged

1 of 12 waterfalls near Burlington is flowing strongly today

Blackwater Falls Moderate Cole Run Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Falls of Seneca Barely Flowing Gap Falls Roaring Goods Falls Low Lower Swallow Falls Moderate Muddy Creek Falls Moderate Upper Swallow Falls Moderate Tolliver Falls Moderate Mountain Falls Barely Flowing Niagara Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 84°F

Aft 78°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 84°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sun 87°F Patchy Fog
Mon 84°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 84°F Sunny Best
Wed 87°F Sunny
Thu 84°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Burlington

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Gap Falls Roaring · 851 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 Niagara Falls Moderate · 213 cfs 62nd percentile
  3. 3 Blackwater Falls Moderate · 80 cfs 56th percentile
  4. 4 Cole Run Falls Moderate · 539 cfs 50th percentile
  5. 5 Laurel Falls Moderate · 539 cfs 50th percentile
  6. 6 Lower Swallow Falls Moderate · 138 cfs 37th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Burlington (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.

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

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

Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

46.8 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Swallow Falls waterfall

Upper Swallow Falls

20.4 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tolliver Falls waterfall

Tolliver Falls

7 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Swallow Falls waterfall

Lower Swallow Falls

20.7 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Muddy Creek Falls waterfall

Muddy Creek Falls

20.7 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 12 Waterfalls Near Burlington

Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

46.8 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Swallow Falls waterfall

Upper Swallow Falls

20.4 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tolliver Falls waterfall

Tolliver Falls

7 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Swallow Falls waterfall

Lower Swallow Falls

20.7 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Muddy Creek Falls waterfall

Muddy Creek Falls

20.7 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mountain Falls waterfall

Mountain Falls

46.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

48.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gap Falls waterfall

Gap Falls

24.6 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Blackwater Falls waterfall

Blackwater Falls

30.1 miles away
West Virginia
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Cole Run Falls waterfall

Cole Run Falls

49.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Goods Falls

39.4 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Seneca waterfall

Falls of Seneca

44.9 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Burlington

Are there free waterfalls near Burlington?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Burlington, including Blackwater Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Burlington?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Burlington, including Blackwater Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Burlington?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Burlington, including Blackwater Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Burlington?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Burlington, including Blackwater Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Burlington?

The shortest waterfall hike near Burlington is Blackwater Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Burlington?

The tallest waterfall near Burlington is Blackwater Falls at 57 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Burlington?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Burlington have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Burlington?

The closest waterfall to Burlington is Niagara Falls, approximately 28 miles away.

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