Waterfall Hikes Near Friendsville, MD

411 residents
New York Time Zone
16 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Friendsville? There are 16 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Friendsville. 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 39.6624°N, -79.4044°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Friendsville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

16 of 16 gauged

14 of 16 waterfalls near Friendsville are flowing strongly today

Adams Falls Strong Blackwater Falls Strong Cole Run Falls Strong Laurel Falls Strong Creek Falls Strong Cucumber Falls Strong Jonathan Run Falls Strong Ohiopyle Falls Strong Sugar Run Falls Strong Falls of Seneca Moderate Gap Falls Strong Lower Swallow Falls Strong Muddy Creek Falls Strong Upper Swallow Falls Strong Tolliver Falls Strong Niagara Falls Low

Updated 41 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Cloudy · 79°F

Aft 79°F Mostly Cloudy Best
Thu 81°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Sun 84°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 81°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Friendsville

Updated 41 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Creek Falls Strong · 6520 cfs 83rd percentile
  2. 2 Lower Swallow Falls Strong · 256 cfs 83rd percentile
  3. 3 Muddy Creek Falls Strong · 256 cfs 83rd percentile
  4. 4 Upper Swallow Falls Strong · 256 cfs 83rd percentile
  5. 5 Tolliver Falls Strong · 256 cfs 83rd percentile
  6. 6 Adams Falls Strong · 9 cfs 81st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Friendsville (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

46.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Friendsville (13 waterfalls)

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

Lower Swallow Falls waterfall

Lower Swallow Falls

25.5 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Muddy Creek Falls waterfall

Muddy Creek Falls

25.6 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Swallow Falls waterfall

Upper Swallow Falls

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

Tolliver Falls

7 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 16 Waterfalls Near Friendsville

Gap Falls waterfall

Gap Falls

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

Lower Swallow Falls

25.5 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Muddy Creek Falls waterfall

Muddy Creek Falls

25.6 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Swallow Falls waterfall

Upper Swallow Falls

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

Tolliver Falls

7 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ohiopyle Falls waterfall

Ohiopyle Falls

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

Cucumber Falls

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

Jonathan Run Falls

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

Sugar Run Falls

44.9 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
Cole Run Falls waterfall

Cole Run Falls

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

Blackwater Falls

13.4 miles away
West Virginia
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

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

Creek Falls

27.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Seneca waterfall

Falls of Seneca

27.5 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

12.5 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Friendsville

Are there free waterfalls near Friendsville?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Friendsville, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Friendsville?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Friendsville?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Friendsville, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Friendsville?

There are 13 kid-friendly waterfalls near Friendsville, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Friendsville?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Friendsville?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Friendsville?

Yes, 15 waterfalls near Friendsville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Friendsville?

The closest waterfall to Friendsville is Gap Falls, approximately 4.5 miles away.

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