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

14 waterfalls near Morgantown have live flow data today

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

Updated 22 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 82°F

Aft 79°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 84°F Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 85°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 80°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 80°F Areas Of Fog then Sunny
Wed 82°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 79°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Morgantown

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Cucumber Falls Moderate · 1470 cfs 54th percentile
  2. 2 Jonathan Run Falls Moderate · 1470 cfs 54th percentile
  3. 3 Ohiopyle Falls Moderate · 1470 cfs 54th percentile
  4. 4 Sugar Run Falls Moderate · 1470 cfs 54th percentile
  5. 5 Blackwater Falls Moderate · 73 cfs 52nd percentile
  6. 6 Cole Run Falls Moderate · 539 cfs 51st 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

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

Lower Swallow Falls

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

Tolliver Falls

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
Cucumber Falls waterfall

Cucumber Falls

46.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Morgantown

Gap Falls waterfall

Gap Falls

24.6 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
Lower Swallow Falls waterfall

Lower Swallow Falls

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

Tolliver Falls

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
Cucumber Falls waterfall

Cucumber Falls

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

Ohiopyle Falls

46.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.4 miles 50 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
Creek Falls waterfall

Creek Falls

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

Blackwater Falls

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

High Falls

24.4 miles away
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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