Waterfall Hikes Near Jefferson, PA

242 residents
New York Time Zone
13 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Jefferson? There are 13 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Jefferson. 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 39.9304°N, -80.0577°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Jefferson

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

13 of 13 gauged

5 of 13 waterfalls near Jefferson 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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 95°F

Wed 95°F Sunny Best
Thu 97°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Fri 96°F Sunny
Ind 91°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 87°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 84°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Jefferson

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 Jefferson (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.

Jonathan Run Falls waterfall

Jonathan Run Falls

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

Ohiopyle Falls

28.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Jefferson (11 waterfalls)

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

Sugar Run Falls waterfall

Sugar Run Falls

26.6 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
Cole Run Falls waterfall

Cole Run Falls

32.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 13 Waterfalls Near Jefferson

Creek Falls waterfall

Creek Falls

19.2 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
Jonathan Run Falls waterfall

Jonathan Run Falls

26.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft
Cucumber Falls waterfall

Cucumber Falls

28.2 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
Cole Run Falls waterfall

Cole Run Falls

32.2 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
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

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

Adams Falls

41 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Muddy Creek Falls waterfall

Muddy Creek Falls

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

Lower Swallow Falls

49.6 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
Upper Swallow Falls waterfall

Upper Swallow Falls

21.9 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Jefferson

Are there free waterfalls near Jefferson?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Jefferson?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Jefferson?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near Jefferson, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Jefferson?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Jefferson, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Jefferson?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Jefferson?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Jefferson?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Jefferson have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Jefferson?

The closest waterfall to Jefferson is Creek Falls, approximately 24.7 miles away.

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