Waterfall Hikes Near Paw Paw, WV

463 residents
New York Time Zone
13 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Paw Paw? There are 13 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Paw Paw. 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 39.5313°N, -78.4553°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Paw Paw

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

13 of 13 gauged

8 of 13 waterfalls near Paw Paw are flowing strongly today

Cunningham Falls Moderate Gap Falls Strong Goods Falls Strong Greasy Falls Moderate Miller Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Roaring Lower Swallow Falls Roaring Muddy Creek Falls Roaring Upper Swallow Falls Roaring Tolliver Falls Roaring Mountain Falls Strong Niagara Falls Moderate The Cascade Moderate

Updated 39 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 90°F

Tod 85°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 90°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 97°F Sunny
Thu 100°F Sunny
Fri 99°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 93°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Paw Paw

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Laurel Falls Roaring · 1890 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Lower Swallow Falls Roaring · 387 cfs 90th percentile
  3. 3 Muddy Creek Falls Roaring · 387 cfs 90th percentile
  4. 4 Upper Swallow Falls Roaring · 387 cfs 90th percentile
  5. 5 Tolliver Falls Roaring · 387 cfs 90th percentile
  6. 6 Goods Falls Strong · 426 cfs 87th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Paw Paw (2 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.

The Cascade

11.7 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Paw Paw (8 waterfalls)

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

Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

37.6 miles away
West Virginia
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 13 Waterfalls Near Paw Paw

Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

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

Mountain Falls

49.5 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Goods Falls

28.7 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

The Cascade

11.7 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 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
Upper Swallow Falls waterfall

Upper Swallow Falls

21.9 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

46.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tolliver Falls waterfall

Tolliver Falls

49.7 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
Greasy Falls waterfall

Greasy Falls

22.6 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cunningham Falls waterfall

Cunningham Falls

Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft

Miller Falls

20.5 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Paw Paw

Are there free waterfalls near Paw Paw?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Paw Paw, including Goods Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Paw Paw?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Paw Paw, including Cunningham Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Paw Paw?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Paw Paw, including Cunningham Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Paw Paw?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Paw Paw, including Cunningham Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Paw Paw?

The shortest waterfall hike near Paw Paw is Cunningham Falls at 0.9 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Paw Paw?

The tallest waterfall near Paw Paw is Cunningham Falls at 78 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Paw Paw?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Paw Paw have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Paw Paw?

The closest waterfall to Paw Paw is Niagara Falls, approximately 1.3 miles away.

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