Waterfall Hikes Near Coal Center, PA

160 residents
New York Time Zone
13 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Coal Center? There are 13 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Coal Center. 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 40.0700°N, -79.9009°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Coal Center

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

13 of 13 gauged

5 of 13 waterfalls near Coal Center are flowing strongly today

Adams Falls Barely Flowing Cole Run Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Creek Falls Strong Cucumber Falls Strong Jonathan Run Falls Strong Ohiopyle Falls Strong Sugar Run Falls Strong Gap Falls Moderate Lower Swallow Falls Moderate Muddy Creek Falls Moderate Upper Swallow Falls Moderate Tolliver Falls Moderate

Updated 34 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 96°F

Wed 96°F Sunny Best
Thu 97°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Fri 97°F Sunny
Ind 94°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 91°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 88°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 86°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Coal Center

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Creek Falls Strong · 2990 cfs 80th percentile
  2. 2 Cucumber Falls Strong · 2530 cfs 80th percentile
  3. 3 Jonathan Run Falls Strong · 2530 cfs 80th percentile
  4. 4 Ohiopyle Falls Strong · 2530 cfs 80th percentile
  5. 5 Sugar Run Falls Strong · 2530 cfs 80th percentile
  6. 6 Gap Falls Moderate · 411 cfs 57th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Coal Center (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

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

Ohiopyle Falls

28.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Coal Center (11 waterfalls)

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

Sugar Run Falls waterfall

Sugar Run Falls

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

Cucumber Falls

28.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cole Run Falls waterfall

Cole Run Falls

32.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 13 Waterfalls Near Coal Center

Creek Falls waterfall

Creek Falls

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

Sugar Run Falls

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

Jonathan Run Falls

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

Cucumber Falls

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

Ohiopyle Falls

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

Cole Run Falls

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

Adams Falls

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

Gap Falls

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

Laurel Falls

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

Muddy Creek Falls

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

Lower Swallow Falls

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

Tolliver Falls

49.7 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Swallow Falls waterfall

Upper Swallow Falls

21.9 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Coal Center

Are there free waterfalls near Coal Center?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Coal Center, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Coal Center?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Coal Center?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Coal Center?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Coal Center?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Coal Center?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Coal Center?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Coal Center have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Coal Center?

The closest waterfall to Coal Center is Creek Falls, approximately 11.3 miles away.

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