Waterfall Hikes Near Oakland, MD

1,995 residents
New York Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Oakland is the closest town to Swallow Falls State Park, about fifteen minutes up the road, which makes the 1.25 mile loop past Muddy Creek Falls an easy morning. Muddy Creek drops 53 feet, and Tolliver plus both Swallow drops share the same path, dogs welcome. Blackwater Falls is a short drive into West Virginia, 57 feet of amber water reached by four tenths of a mile. Ohiopyle Falls and Cucumber Falls wait north on the Youghiogheny in Pennsylvania, 20 and 30 feet, each a step or two from parking. Seventeen falls in the radius.

Located at 39.4165°N, -79.4022°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Oakland

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

17 of 17 gauged

14 of 17 waterfalls near Oakland are flowing strongly today

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

Updated 35 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers · 77°F

Aft 76°F Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 77°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 76°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 78°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 80°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 77°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 77°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers Best

Flowing best right now near Oakland

Updated 35 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Creek Falls Strong · 6520 cfs 83rd percentile
  2. 2 Lower Swallow Falls Strong · 256 cfs 83rd percentile
  3. 3 Muddy Creek Falls Strong · 256 cfs 83rd percentile
  4. 4 Upper Swallow Falls Strong · 256 cfs 83rd percentile
  5. 5 Tolliver Falls Strong · 256 cfs 83rd percentile
  6. 6 Adams Falls Strong · 9 cfs 81st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Oakland (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

13.4 miles away
West Virginia
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Oakland (14 waterfalls)

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

Upper Swallow Falls waterfall

Upper Swallow Falls

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

Tolliver Falls

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

Lower Swallow Falls

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

Muddy Creek Falls

25.6 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 17 Waterfalls Near Oakland

Upper Swallow Falls waterfall

Upper Swallow Falls

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

Tolliver Falls

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

Lower Swallow Falls

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

Muddy Creek Falls

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

Gap Falls

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

Blackwater Falls

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

Ohiopyle Falls

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

Cucumber Falls

34.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Jonathan Run Falls waterfall

Jonathan Run Falls

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

Sugar Run Falls

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

Laurel Falls

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

Cole Run Falls

18.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Seneca waterfall

Falls of Seneca

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

Adams Falls

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

Niagara Falls

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

Creek Falls

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

High Falls

38.2 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
6.8 miles 800 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Oakland

Are there free waterfalls near Oakland?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Oakland, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Oakland?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Oakland?

There are 14 dog-friendly waterfalls near Oakland, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Oakland?

There are 14 kid-friendly waterfalls near Oakland, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Oakland?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Oakland?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Oakland?

Yes, 16 waterfalls near Oakland have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Oakland?

The closest waterfall to Oakland is Upper Swallow Falls, approximately 4.5 miles away.

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