Waterfall Hikes Near Grantsville, MD

956 residents
New York Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Grantsville? There are 17 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Grantsville. 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 39.6969°N, -79.1528°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Grantsville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

17 of 17 gauged

17 waterfalls near Grantsville have live flow data today

Adams Falls Moderate Blackwater Falls Moderate Cole Run Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Creek Falls Moderate Cucumber Falls Moderate Jonathan Run Falls Moderate Ohiopyle Falls Moderate Sugar Run Falls Moderate 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

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 79°F

Aft 78°F Partly Sunny
Fri 77°F Rain Showers Likely
Sat 78°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 81°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 77°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 77°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Wed 79°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Grantsville

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Niagara Falls Moderate · 220 cfs 69th percentile
  2. 2 Creek Falls Moderate · 3290 cfs 67th percentile
  3. 3 Blackwater Falls Moderate · 115 cfs 66th percentile
  4. 4 Sugar Run Falls Moderate · 2200 cfs 65th percentile
  5. 5 Cucumber Falls Moderate · 2200 cfs 65th percentile
  6. 6 Jonathan Run Falls Moderate · 2200 cfs 65th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Grantsville (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.

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

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

Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

48.5 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
Lower Swallow Falls waterfall

Lower Swallow Falls

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

Muddy Creek Falls

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

Upper Swallow Falls

20.4 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 17 Waterfalls Near Grantsville

Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

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

Gap Falls

24.6 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cole Run Falls waterfall

Cole Run Falls

49.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Swallow Falls waterfall

Lower Swallow Falls

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

Muddy Creek Falls

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

Upper Swallow Falls

20.4 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
Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

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

Niagara Falls

46.8 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
White Tail Falls waterfall

White Tail Falls

44.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Creek Falls waterfall

Creek Falls

27.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winding Staircase Falls

44.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Blackwater Falls waterfall

Blackwater Falls

30.1 miles away
West Virginia
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Grantsville

Are there free waterfalls near Grantsville?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Grantsville, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Grantsville?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Grantsville?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Grantsville?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Grantsville?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Grantsville?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Grantsville?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Grantsville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Grantsville?

The closest waterfall to Grantsville is Laurel Falls, approximately 7.1 miles away.

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