Waterfall Hikes Near Fredericksburg, PA

145 residents
New York Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fredericksburg? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Fredericksburg. 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 40.3103°N, -78.2862°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Fredericksburg

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

3 of 4 waterfalls near Fredericksburg are flowing strongly today

Adams Falls Strong Niagara Falls Low Winding Staircase Falls Strong White Tail Falls Strong

Updated 37 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Aft 82°F Partly Sunny
Thu 82°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 80°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 80°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 80°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 80°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Fredericksburg

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Winding Staircase Falls Strong · 1460 cfs 85th percentile
  2. 2 White Tail Falls Strong · 1460 cfs 85th percentile
  3. 3 Adams Falls Strong · 9 cfs 83rd percentile
  4. 4 Niagara Falls Low · 107 cfs 21st percentile

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

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

Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

12.5 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

30.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Fredericksburg

Winding Staircase Falls

27.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
White Tail Falls waterfall

White Tail Falls

27.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

12.5 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

30.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Fredericksburg

Are there free waterfalls near Fredericksburg?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Fredericksburg?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Fredericksburg?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Fredericksburg?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Fredericksburg?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Fredericksburg have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Fredericksburg?

The closest waterfall to Fredericksburg is Winding Staircase Falls, approximately 24.8 miles away.

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