Waterfall Hikes Near Garrett, PA

409 residents
New York Time Zone
16 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Garrett? There are 16 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Garrett. 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 39.8643°N, -79.0619°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Garrett

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

16 of 16 gauged

5 of 16 waterfalls near Garrett are flowing strongly today

Adams Falls Barely Flowing Cole Run Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Creek Falls Strong Cucumber Falls Strong Jonathan Run Falls Strong Ohiopyle Falls Strong Sugar Run Falls Strong Gap Falls Moderate Lower Swallow Falls Moderate Muddy Creek Falls Moderate Upper Swallow Falls Moderate Tolliver Falls Moderate Niagara Falls Moderate Winding Staircase Falls Moderate White Tail Falls Moderate

Updated 44 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 91°F

Wed 90°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Thu 92°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Fri 91°F Sunny Best
Ind 88°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 84°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 82°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Garrett

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Creek Falls Strong · 3010 cfs 83rd percentile
  2. 2 Cucumber Falls Strong · 2560 cfs 82nd percentile
  3. 3 Jonathan Run Falls Strong · 2560 cfs 82nd percentile
  4. 4 Ohiopyle Falls Strong · 2560 cfs 82nd percentile
  5. 5 Sugar Run Falls Strong · 2560 cfs 82nd percentile
  6. 6 Cole Run Falls Moderate · 539 cfs 60th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Garrett (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.

Ohiopyle Falls waterfall

Ohiopyle Falls

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

Jonathan Run Falls

26.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft

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

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

Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

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

Cole Run Falls

32.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cucumber Falls waterfall

Cucumber Falls

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

Sugar Run Falls

26.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 16 Waterfalls Near Garrett

Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

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

Cole Run Falls

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

Ohiopyle Falls

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

Cucumber Falls

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

Jonathan Run Falls

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

Sugar Run Falls

26.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

41 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gap Falls waterfall

Gap Falls

44.7 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
White Tail Falls waterfall

White Tail Falls

2.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Winding Staircase Falls

2.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Lower Swallow Falls waterfall

Lower Swallow Falls

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

Muddy Creek Falls

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

Upper Swallow Falls

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

Tolliver Falls

49.7 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Creek Falls waterfall

Creek Falls

19.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

37.6 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Garrett

Are there free waterfalls near Garrett?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Garrett, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Garrett?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Garrett?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Garrett?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Garrett?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Garrett?

The tallest waterfall near Garrett is Muddy Creek Falls at 53 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Garrett?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Garrett have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Garrett?

The closest waterfall to Garrett is Laurel Falls, approximately 4.9 miles away.

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