Waterfall Hikes Near Cresson, PA

1,529 residents
New York Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cresson? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cresson. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 40.4626°N, -78.5866°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cresson

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

3 waterfalls near Cresson have live flow data today

Adams Falls Barely Flowing Winding Staircase Falls Low White Tail Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 90°F

Wed 90°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Thu 91°F Sunny
Fri 90°F Sunny Best
Ind 87°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 86°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 82°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 81°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Cresson

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Winding Staircase Falls Low · 284 cfs 13th percentile
  2. 2 White Tail Falls Low · 284 cfs 13th percentile
  3. 3 Adams Falls Barely Flowing · 3 cfs 0th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cresson (1 waterfall)

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

Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

41 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 3 Waterfalls Near Cresson

Winding Staircase Falls

2.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
White Tail Falls waterfall

White Tail Falls

2.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

41 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cresson

Are there free waterfalls near Cresson?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Cresson, including Adams Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cresson?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Cresson, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cresson?

There is 1 kid-friendly waterfall near Cresson, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cresson?

The shortest waterfall hike near Cresson is Adams Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cresson?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Cresson has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cresson?

The closest waterfall to Cresson is Winding Staircase Falls, approximately 19.1 miles away.

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