Waterfall Hikes Near Morgantown, WV

81,912 residents
New York Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Morgantown splits its waterfall driving between two states. In Pennsylvania, Ohiopyle Falls drops the whole Youghiogheny a few steps from the parking lot. Cucumber Falls hangs 30 feet nearby after two tenths of a mile. Jonathan Run Falls sits three miles in with 200 feet of climbing on the way. Maryland answers with Swallow Falls State Park, where a single 1.25-mile loop passes 53-foot Muddy Creek Falls, both Swallow drops, and little Tolliver. Fourteen falls in range, and a dog fits into nearly any of these plans.

Located at 39.6383°N, -79.9464°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Morgantown

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 14 gauged

13 of 14 waterfalls near Morgantown are flowing strongly today

Blackwater Falls Roaring Cole Run Falls Strong Laurel Falls Strong Creek Falls Strong Cucumber Falls Strong Jonathan Run Falls Strong Ohiopyle Falls Strong Sugar Run Falls Strong Gap Falls Strong Lower Swallow Falls Strong Muddy Creek Falls Strong Upper Swallow Falls Strong Tolliver Falls Strong

Updated 38 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 80°F

Tod 79°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 78°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Lab 80°F Sunny Best
Tue 82°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 86°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 81°F Chance Rain Showers
Fri 78°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Morgantown

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Blackwater Falls Roaring · 182 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Creek Falls Strong · 3020 cfs 87th percentile
  3. 3 Lower Swallow Falls Strong · 284 cfs 87th percentile
  4. 4 Muddy Creek Falls Strong · 284 cfs 87th percentile
  5. 5 Upper Swallow Falls Strong · 284 cfs 87th percentile
  6. 6 Tolliver Falls Strong · 284 cfs 87th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Morgantown (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 Morgantown (12 waterfalls)

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

Muddy Creek Falls waterfall

Muddy Creek Falls

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

Lower Swallow Falls

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

Tolliver Falls

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

Upper Swallow Falls

29.9 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cucumber Falls waterfall

Cucumber Falls

37.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Morgantown

Gap Falls waterfall

Gap Falls

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

Muddy Creek Falls

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

Lower Swallow Falls

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

Tolliver Falls

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

Upper Swallow Falls

29.9 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cucumber Falls waterfall

Cucumber Falls

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

Ohiopyle Falls

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

Jonathan Run Falls

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

Sugar Run Falls

36.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Creek Falls waterfall

Creek Falls

28.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

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

Cole Run Falls

41.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Blackwater Falls waterfall

Blackwater Falls

18.3 miles away
West Virginia
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

West Virginia
Moderate
6.8 miles 800 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Morgantown

Are there free waterfalls near Morgantown?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Morgantown, including Blackwater Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Morgantown?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Morgantown?

There are 12 dog-friendly waterfalls near Morgantown, including Blackwater Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Morgantown?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near Morgantown, including Blackwater Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Morgantown?

The shortest waterfall hike near Morgantown is Blackwater Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Morgantown?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Morgantown?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Morgantown have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Morgantown?

The closest waterfall to Morgantown is Gap Falls, approximately 24.3 miles away.

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