Waterfall Hikes Near Erie, PA

185,556 residents
New York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Erie? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Erie. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 42.1167°N, -80.0733°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Erie

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

5 waterfalls near Erie have live flow data today

Arkwright Falls Moderate Shumla Falls Moderate Howard Falls Barely Flowing Rock Creek Falls Barely Flowing Lynn River Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 38 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 77°F

Tod 83°F Smoke
Sat 85°F Areas Of Smoke then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 79°F Sunny
Mon 84°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 84°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 76°F Chance Rain Showers
Thu 77°F Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Erie

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Arkwright Falls Moderate · 6 cfs 40th percentile
  2. 2 Shumla Falls Moderate · 6 cfs 40th percentile
  3. 3 Howard Falls Barely Flowing · 1 cfs 8th percentile
  4. 4 Rock Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 137 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Lynn River Falls Barely Flowing · 11 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Erie (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.

Howard Falls

20.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.6 miles 150 ft
Lynn River Falls waterfall

Lynn River Falls

65.8 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
0.2 km Unknown

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

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

Rock Creek Falls waterfall

Rock Creek Falls

9.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Erie

Howard Falls

20.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.6 miles 150 ft
Rock Creek Falls waterfall

Rock Creek Falls

9.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Lynn River Falls waterfall

Lynn River Falls

65.8 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
0.2 km Unknown

Shumla Falls

3.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Arkwright Falls waterfall

Arkwright Falls

17.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Erie

Are there free waterfalls near Erie?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Erie, including Arkwright Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Erie?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Erie, including Howard Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Erie?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Erie, including Rock Creek Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Erie?

There is 1 kid-friendly waterfall near Erie, including Rock Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Erie?

The shortest waterfall hike near Erie is Arkwright Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Erie?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Erie have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Erie?

The closest waterfall to Erie is Howard Falls, approximately 14.5 miles away.

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