Waterfall Hikes Near Mountain Lake Park, MD

2,117 residents
New York Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mountain Lake Park? There are 17 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mountain Lake Park. 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 39.4004°N, -79.3812°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mountain Lake Park

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

17 of 17 gauged

14 of 17 waterfalls near Mountain Lake Park are flowing strongly today

Adams Falls Barely Flowing Blackwater Falls Strong Cole Run Falls Roaring Laurel Falls Roaring Creek Falls Roaring Cucumber Falls Roaring Jonathan Run Falls Roaring Ohiopyle Falls Roaring Sugar Run Falls Roaring Falls of Seneca Strong Gap Falls Strong Lower Swallow Falls Roaring Muddy Creek Falls Roaring Upper Swallow Falls Roaring Tolliver Falls Roaring Niagara Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 88°F

Tod 81°F Partly Sunny
Tue 86°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Wed 88°F Sunny Best
Thu 91°F Sunny
Fri 87°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 83°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Mountain Lake Park

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Cole Run Falls Roaring · 1980 cfs 97th percentile
  2. 2 Laurel Falls Roaring · 1980 cfs 97th percentile
  3. 3 Lower Swallow Falls Roaring · 452 cfs 95th percentile
  4. 4 Muddy Creek Falls Roaring · 452 cfs 95th percentile
  5. 5 Upper Swallow Falls Roaring · 452 cfs 95th percentile
  6. 6 Tolliver Falls Roaring · 452 cfs 95th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Mountain Lake Park (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.

Blackwater Falls waterfall

Blackwater Falls

25.2 miles away
West Virginia
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Mountain Lake Park (14 waterfalls)

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

Upper Swallow Falls waterfall

Upper Swallow Falls

21.9 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
Lower Swallow Falls waterfall

Lower Swallow Falls

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

Muddy Creek Falls

49.5 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 17 Waterfalls Near Mountain Lake Park

Upper Swallow Falls waterfall

Upper Swallow Falls

21.9 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
Lower Swallow Falls waterfall

Lower Swallow Falls

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

Muddy Creek Falls

49.5 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gap Falls waterfall

Gap Falls

44.7 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Blackwater Falls waterfall

Blackwater Falls

25.2 miles away
West Virginia
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Ohiopyle Falls waterfall

Ohiopyle Falls

28.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Cucumber Falls waterfall

Cucumber Falls

28.2 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
Sugar Run Falls waterfall

Sugar Run Falls

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

Laurel Falls

46.3 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
Falls of Seneca waterfall

Falls of Seneca

39.3 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

41 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

37.6 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Creek Falls waterfall

Creek Falls

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

High Falls

47.1 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
6.8 miles 800 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mountain Lake Park

Are there free waterfalls near Mountain Lake Park?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Mountain Lake Park, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Mountain Lake Park?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Mountain Lake Park, including Blackwater Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Mountain Lake Park?

There are 14 dog-friendly waterfalls near Mountain Lake Park, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mountain Lake Park?

There are 14 kid-friendly waterfalls near Mountain Lake Park, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mountain Lake Park?

The shortest waterfall hike near Mountain Lake Park is Adams Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Mountain Lake Park?

The tallest waterfall near Mountain Lake Park is Blackwater Falls at 57 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Mountain Lake Park?

Yes, 16 waterfalls near Mountain Lake Park have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Mountain Lake Park?

The closest waterfall to Mountain Lake Park is Upper Swallow Falls, approximately 6.2 miles away.

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