Waterfall Hikes Near Ernest, PA

381 residents
New York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Ernest? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Ernest. 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 40.6782°N, -79.1645°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Ernest

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

5 waterfalls near Ernest have live flow data today

Adams Falls Moderate Cole Run Falls Barely Flowing Creek Falls Barely Flowing Winding Staircase Falls Barely Flowing White Tail Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 40 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 82°F

Tue 80°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 76°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 78°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Fri 82°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 84°F Partly Sunny
Sun 82°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 83°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Ernest

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Adams Falls Moderate · 3 cfs 29th percentile
  2. 2 Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 999 cfs 8th percentile
  3. 3 Cole Run Falls Barely Flowing · 124 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Winding Staircase Falls Barely Flowing · 188 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 White Tail Falls Barely Flowing · 188 cfs 0th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Ernest (2 waterfalls)

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

Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

40.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cole Run Falls waterfall

Cole Run Falls

48 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Ernest

Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

40.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
White Tail Falls waterfall

White Tail Falls

43 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Winding Staircase Falls

43 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cole Run Falls waterfall

Cole Run Falls

48 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Creek Falls waterfall

Creek Falls

23.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Ernest

Are there free waterfalls near Ernest?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Ernest, including Adams Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Ernest?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Ernest, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Ernest?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Ernest, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Ernest?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Ernest?

The tallest waterfall near Ernest is Cole Run Falls at 15 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Ernest?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Ernest have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Ernest?

The closest waterfall to Ernest is Adams Falls, approximately 27.8 miles away.

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