Waterfall Hikes Near Loretto, PA

1,317 residents
New York Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Loretto? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Loretto. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 40.5086°N, -78.6349°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Loretto

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

2 of 3 waterfalls near Loretto are flowing strongly today

Adams Falls Low Winding Staircase Falls Roaring White Tail Falls Roaring

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 82°F

Tod 75°F Areas Of Fog then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 82°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 88°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 90°F Sunny
Thu 91°F Sunny
Fri 90°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 87°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Loretto

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Winding Staircase Falls Roaring · 605 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 White Tail Falls Roaring · 605 cfs 96th percentile
  3. 3 Adams Falls Low · 5 cfs 20th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Loretto (1 waterfall)

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

All 3 Waterfalls Near Loretto

Winding Staircase Falls

2.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
White Tail Falls waterfall

White Tail Falls

2.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

41 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Loretto

Are there free waterfalls near Loretto?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Loretto, including Adams Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Loretto?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Loretto, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Loretto?

There is 1 kid-friendly waterfall near Loretto, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Loretto?

The shortest waterfall hike near Loretto is Adams Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Loretto?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Loretto has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Loretto?

The closest waterfall to Loretto is Winding Staircase Falls, approximately 19.3 miles away.

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