Waterfall Hikes Near Jefferson Hills, PA

12,296 residents
New York Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Jefferson Hills? There are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Jefferson Hills. 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 40.2926°N, -79.9329°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Jefferson Hills

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 10 gauged

2 of 10 waterfalls near Jefferson Hills are flowing strongly today

Adams Falls Low Cole Run Falls Moderate Creek Falls Moderate Cucumber Falls Moderate Jonathan Run Falls Moderate Ohiopyle Falls Moderate Sugar Run Falls Moderate Grant City Falls Strong Spillway Falls Strong Homewood Falls Moderate

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 88°F

Tod 83°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 88°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 92°F Sunny
Wed 95°F Sunny
Thu 96°F Sunny
Fri 94°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 91°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Jefferson Hills

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Grant City Falls Roaring · 20 cfs 91st percentile
  2. 2 Spillway Falls Roaring · 20 cfs 91st percentile
  3. 3 Homewood Falls Moderate · 1840 cfs 74th percentile
  4. 4 Creek Falls Moderate · 1640 cfs 54th percentile
  5. 5 Cole Run Falls Moderate · 445 cfs 53rd percentile
  6. 6 Cucumber Falls Moderate · 1270 cfs 50th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Jefferson Hills (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 Hills (6 waterfalls)

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

Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

41 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
Cucumber Falls waterfall

Cucumber Falls

28.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 10 Waterfalls Near Jefferson Hills

Creek Falls waterfall

Creek Falls

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

Adams Falls

41 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
Homewood Falls waterfall

Homewood Falls

43 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spillway Falls waterfall

Spillway Falls

43.4 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
Grant City Falls waterfall CC

Grant City Falls

44.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Jefferson Hills

Are there free waterfalls near Jefferson Hills?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Jefferson Hills, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Jefferson Hills?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Jefferson Hills?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Jefferson Hills, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Jefferson Hills?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Jefferson Hills, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Jefferson Hills?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Jefferson Hills?

The tallest waterfall near Jefferson Hills is Cucumber Falls at 30 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Jefferson Hills?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Jefferson Hills have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Jefferson Hills?

The closest waterfall to Jefferson Hills is Creek Falls, approximately 19.8 miles away.

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