Waterfall Hikes Near California, PA

5,328 residents
New York Time Zone
13 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near California? There are 13 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of California. 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 40.0692°N, -79.9152°W

Map of Waterfalls Near California

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

13 of 13 gauged

13 waterfalls near California have live flow data today

Adams Falls Moderate Cole Run Falls Barely Flowing Laurel 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 Gap Falls Barely Flowing Lower Swallow Falls Barely Flowing Muddy Creek Falls Barely Flowing Upper Swallow Falls Barely Flowing Tolliver Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 28 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 82°F

Tue 80°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 77°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 80°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Fri 82°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 84°F Partly Sunny
Sun 83°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 84°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near California

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 California (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 California (11 waterfalls)

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

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
Cole Run Falls waterfall

Cole Run Falls

48 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 13 Waterfalls Near California

Creek Falls waterfall

Creek Falls

23.4 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
Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

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

Gap Falls

20 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

29.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Muddy Creek Falls waterfall

Muddy Creek Falls

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

Lower Swallow Falls

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

Tolliver Falls

Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Swallow Falls waterfall

Upper Swallow Falls

25 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near California

Are there free waterfalls near California?

There are 7 free waterfalls near California, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near California?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in California?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near California, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near California?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near California, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near California?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near California?

The tallest waterfall near California is Muddy Creek Falls at 53 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around California?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near California have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to California?

The closest waterfall to California is Creek Falls, approximately 11.9 miles away.

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