Waterfall Hikes Near Franklin, PA

310 residents
New_York Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Franklin? There are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Franklin. 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 40.3418°N, -78.8841°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Franklin

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 10 gauged

10 waterfalls near Franklin have live flow data today

Adams Falls Moderate Cole Run Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Creek Falls Low Cucumber Falls Barely Flowing Jonathan Run Falls Barely Flowing Ohiopyle Falls Barely Flowing Sugar Run Falls Barely Flowing Winding Staircase Falls Moderate White Tail Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Partly Sunny · 68°F

Thu 51°F Rain Showers Likely
Fri 68°F Partly Sunny Best
Sat 81°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 84°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 93°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 93°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 88°F Rain Showers Likely

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Franklin (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Franklin (7 waterfalls)

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

Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

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

Cole Run Falls

37.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

45.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 10 Waterfalls Near Franklin

White Tail Falls waterfall

White Tail Falls

24.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Winding Staircase Falls waterfall CC

Winding Staircase Falls

21.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

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

Cole Run Falls

37.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

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

Creek Falls

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

Sugar Run Falls

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

Jonathan Run Falls

0.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft
Ohiopyle Falls waterfall

Ohiopyle Falls

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

Cucumber Falls

2.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Franklin

Are there free waterfalls near Franklin?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Franklin, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Franklin?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Franklin?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Franklin, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Franklin?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Franklin, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Franklin?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Franklin?

The tallest waterfall near Franklin is Cucumber Falls at 30 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Franklin?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Franklin have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Franklin?

The closest waterfall to Franklin is White Tail Falls, approximately 2.0 miles away.

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