Waterfall Hikes Near Dawson, PA

388 residents
New York Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Dawson? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Dawson. 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 40.0474°N, -79.6570°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Dawson

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

5 of 15 waterfalls near Dawson 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 Winding Staircase Falls Low White Tail Falls Low

Updated 34 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 95°F

Wed 95°F Sunny Best
Thu 97°F Areas Of Fog then Sunny
Fri 96°F Sunny
Ind 91°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 85°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 84°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Dawson

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Creek Falls Strong · 3090 cfs 88th percentile
  2. 2 Cucumber Falls Strong · 2600 cfs 84th percentile
  3. 3 Jonathan Run Falls Strong · 2600 cfs 84th percentile
  4. 4 Ohiopyle Falls Strong · 2600 cfs 84th percentile
  5. 5 Sugar Run Falls Strong · 2600 cfs 84th percentile
  6. 6 Cole Run Falls Moderate · 557 cfs 61st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Dawson (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 Dawson (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 15 Waterfalls Near Dawson

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
White Tail Falls waterfall

White Tail Falls

2.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Winding Staircase Falls

2.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Dawson

Are there free waterfalls near Dawson?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Dawson, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Dawson?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Dawson?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Dawson?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Dawson?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Dawson?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Dawson?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Dawson have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Dawson?

The closest waterfall to Dawson is Creek Falls, approximately 3.8 miles away.

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