Waterfall Hikes Near East Pittsburgh, PA

1,866 residents
New York Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near East Pittsburgh? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of East Pittsburgh. 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 40.3969°N, -79.8382°W

Map of Waterfalls Near East Pittsburgh

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 12 gauged

5 of 12 waterfalls near East Pittsburgh are flowing strongly today

Adams Falls Barely Flowing Cole Run Falls Moderate Creek Falls Strong Cucumber Falls Strong Jonathan Run Falls Strong Ohiopyle Falls Strong Sugar Run Falls Strong Grant City Falls Moderate Spillway Falls Moderate Homewood Falls Barely Flowing Winding Staircase Falls Low White Tail Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 98°F

Wed 98°F Sunny Best
Thu 100°F Sunny
Fri 100°F Sunny
Ind 93°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 89°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 87°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 87°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near East Pittsburgh

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Creek Falls Strong · 3010 cfs 83rd percentile
  2. 2 Cucumber Falls Strong · 2560 cfs 82nd percentile
  3. 3 Jonathan Run Falls Strong · 2560 cfs 82nd percentile
  4. 4 Ohiopyle Falls Strong · 2560 cfs 82nd percentile
  5. 5 Sugar Run Falls Strong · 2560 cfs 82nd percentile
  6. 6 Cole Run Falls Moderate · 539 cfs 60th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near East Pittsburgh (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 East Pittsburgh (6 waterfalls)

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
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

All 12 Waterfalls Near East Pittsburgh

Creek Falls waterfall

Creek Falls

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

Adams Falls

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

Homewood Falls

43 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spillway Falls waterfall

Spillway Falls

43.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Grant City Falls waterfall CC

Grant City Falls

44.6 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
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 East Pittsburgh

Are there free waterfalls near East Pittsburgh?

There are 8 free waterfalls near East Pittsburgh, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near East Pittsburgh?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in East Pittsburgh?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near East Pittsburgh, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near East Pittsburgh?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near East Pittsburgh, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near East Pittsburgh?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near East Pittsburgh?

The tallest waterfall near East Pittsburgh is Cucumber Falls at 30 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around East Pittsburgh?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near East Pittsburgh have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to East Pittsburgh?

The closest waterfall to East Pittsburgh is Creek Falls, approximately 20.9 miles away.

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