Waterfall Hikes Near Fairchance, PA

1,657 residents
New York Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fairchance? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Fairchance. 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 39.8251°N, -79.7540°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Fairchance

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 14 gauged

14 waterfalls near Fairchance have live flow data today

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

Updated 27 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 81°F

Tue 79°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 76°F Chance Rain Showers
Thu 78°F Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Fri 81°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 83°F Partly Sunny
Sun 83°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 83°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Fairchance

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Adams Falls Moderate · 3 cfs 29th percentile
  2. 2 Blackwater Falls Barely Flowing · 73 cfs 9th percentile
  3. 3 Cucumber Falls Barely Flowing · 872 cfs 9th percentile
  4. 4 Jonathan Run Falls Barely Flowing · 872 cfs 9th percentile
  5. 5 Ohiopyle Falls Barely Flowing · 872 cfs 9th percentile
  6. 6 Sugar Run Falls Barely Flowing · 872 cfs 9th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Fairchance (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.

Ohiopyle Falls waterfall

Ohiopyle Falls

42.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Jonathan Run Falls waterfall

Jonathan Run Falls

41.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Fairchance (12 waterfalls)

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

Cucumber Falls waterfall

Cucumber Falls

42.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sugar Run Falls waterfall

Sugar Run Falls

41.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Fairchance

Cucumber Falls waterfall

Cucumber Falls

42.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ohiopyle Falls waterfall

Ohiopyle Falls

42.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Jonathan Run Falls waterfall

Jonathan Run Falls

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

Sugar Run Falls

41.2 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
Gap Falls waterfall

Gap Falls

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

Laurel Falls

29.2 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
Muddy Creek Falls waterfall

Muddy Creek Falls

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

Lower Swallow Falls

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

Tolliver Falls

Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Swallow Falls waterfall

Upper Swallow Falls

25 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

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

Blackwater Falls

47.8 miles away
West Virginia
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Fairchance

Are there free waterfalls near Fairchance?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Fairchance, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Fairchance?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Fairchance?

There are 12 dog-friendly waterfalls near Fairchance, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Fairchance?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near Fairchance, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Fairchance?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Fairchance?

The tallest waterfall near Fairchance is Blackwater Falls at 57 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Fairchance?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Fairchance have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Fairchance?

The closest waterfall to Fairchance is Cucumber Falls, approximately 12.5 miles away.

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