Waterfall Hikes Near Connellsville, PA

7,004 residents
New York Time Zone
16 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Connellsville? There are 16 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Connellsville. 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 40.0161°N, -79.5893°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Connellsville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

16 of 16 gauged

16 of 16 waterfalls near Connellsville are flowing strongly today

Adams Falls Roaring Blackwater Falls Roaring Cole Run Falls Roaring Laurel Falls Roaring Creek Falls Roaring Cucumber Falls Roaring Jonathan Run Falls Roaring Ohiopyle Falls Roaring Sugar Run Falls Roaring Gap Falls Roaring Lower Swallow Falls Roaring Muddy Creek Falls Roaring Upper Swallow Falls Roaring Tolliver Falls Roaring Winding Staircase Falls Roaring White Tail Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 80°F

Aft 80°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 80°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 79°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Lab 80°F Sunny Best
Tue 83°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 86°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 82°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Connellsville

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Creek Falls Roaring · 3900 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Blackwater Falls Roaring · 152 cfs 98th percentile
  3. 3 Cucumber Falls Roaring · 3230 cfs 97th percentile
  4. 4 Jonathan Run Falls Roaring · 3230 cfs 97th percentile
  5. 5 Lower Swallow Falls Roaring · 359 cfs 97th percentile
  6. 6 Muddy Creek Falls Roaring · 359 cfs 97th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Connellsville (3 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

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

Ohiopyle Falls

38 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Connellsville (12 waterfalls)

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

Sugar Run Falls waterfall

Sugar Run Falls

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

Cucumber Falls

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

Cole Run Falls

41.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 16 Waterfalls Near Connellsville

Creek Falls waterfall

Creek Falls

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

Sugar Run Falls

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

Jonathan Run Falls

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

Cucumber Falls

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

Ohiopyle Falls

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

Cole Run Falls

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

Adams Falls

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

Gap Falls

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

Laurel Falls

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

Muddy Creek Falls

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

Lower Swallow Falls

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

Tolliver Falls

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

Upper Swallow Falls

29.9 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
White Tail Falls waterfall

White Tail Falls

37.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Winding Staircase Falls

37.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Blackwater Falls waterfall

Blackwater Falls

18.3 miles away
West Virginia
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Connellsville

Are there free waterfalls near Connellsville?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Connellsville, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Connellsville?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Connellsville, including Blackwater Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Connellsville?

There are 12 dog-friendly waterfalls near Connellsville, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Connellsville?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near Connellsville, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Connellsville?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Connellsville?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Connellsville?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Connellsville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Connellsville?

The closest waterfall to Connellsville is Creek Falls, approximately 8.2 miles away.

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