Waterfall Hikes Near Elk Garden, WV

196 residents
New York Time Zone
16 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Elk Garden? There are 16 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Elk Garden. 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 39.3862°N, -79.1556°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Elk Garden

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

16 of 16 gauged

1 of 16 waterfalls near Elk Garden is flowing strongly today

Adams Falls Moderate Blackwater Falls Moderate Cole Run Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Cucumber Falls Moderate Jonathan Run Falls Moderate Ohiopyle Falls Moderate Sugar Run Falls Moderate Falls of Seneca Barely Flowing Gap Falls Roaring Lower Swallow Falls Moderate Muddy Creek Falls Moderate Upper Swallow Falls Moderate Tolliver Falls Moderate Mountain Falls Barely Flowing Niagara Falls Moderate

Updated 37 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 79°F

Aft 73°F Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 79°F Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 82°F Patchy Fog
Mon 79°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 79°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 82°F Sunny
Thu 79°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Elk Garden

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Gap Falls Roaring · 851 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 Niagara Falls Moderate · 213 cfs 62nd percentile
  3. 3 Blackwater Falls Moderate · 80 cfs 56th percentile
  4. 4 Cucumber Falls Moderate · 1520 cfs 55th percentile
  5. 5 Jonathan Run Falls Moderate · 1520 cfs 55th percentile
  6. 6 Ohiopyle Falls Moderate · 1520 cfs 55th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Elk Garden (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Elk Garden (13 waterfalls)

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

Upper Swallow Falls waterfall

Upper Swallow Falls

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

Tolliver Falls

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

Lower Swallow Falls

20.7 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Muddy Creek Falls waterfall

Muddy Creek Falls

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

Laurel Falls

48.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 16 Waterfalls Near Elk Garden

Upper Swallow Falls waterfall

Upper Swallow Falls

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

Tolliver Falls

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

Lower Swallow Falls

20.7 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Muddy Creek Falls waterfall

Muddy Creek Falls

20.7 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gap Falls waterfall

Gap Falls

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

Laurel Falls

48.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Blackwater Falls waterfall

Blackwater Falls

30.1 miles away
West Virginia
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Cole Run Falls waterfall

Cole Run Falls

49.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

46.8 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ohiopyle Falls waterfall

Ohiopyle Falls

46.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Cucumber Falls waterfall

Cucumber Falls

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

Jonathan Run Falls

45 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft
Sugar Run Falls waterfall

Sugar Run Falls

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

Adams Falls

43.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Seneca waterfall

Falls of Seneca

44.9 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mountain Falls waterfall

Mountain Falls

46.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Elk Garden

Are there free waterfalls near Elk Garden?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Elk Garden, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Elk Garden?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Elk Garden?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Elk Garden, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Elk Garden?

There are 13 kid-friendly waterfalls near Elk Garden, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Elk Garden?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Elk Garden?

The tallest waterfall near Elk Garden is Blackwater Falls at 57 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Elk Garden?

Yes, 16 waterfalls near Elk Garden have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Elk Garden?

The closest waterfall to Elk Garden is Upper Swallow Falls, approximately 16.4 miles away.

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