Waterfall Hikes Near Pentress, WV

21 residents
New York Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Pentress? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Pentress. 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 39.7101°N, -80.1684°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Pentress

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 11 gauged

11 waterfalls near Pentress have live flow data today

Creek Falls Moderate Cucumber Falls Moderate Jonathan Run Falls Moderate Ohiopyle Falls Moderate Sugar Run Falls Moderate Gap Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Lower Swallow Falls Moderate Muddy Creek Falls Moderate Upper Swallow Falls Moderate Tolliver Falls Moderate

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 82°F

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

Flowing best right now near Pentress

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Gap Falls Roaring · 851 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 Cucumber Falls Moderate · 1520 cfs 55th percentile
  3. 3 Jonathan Run Falls Moderate · 1520 cfs 55th percentile
  4. 4 Ohiopyle Falls Moderate · 1520 cfs 55th percentile
  5. 5 Sugar Run Falls Moderate · 1520 cfs 55th percentile
  6. 6 Creek Falls Moderate · 2010 cfs 50th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Pentress (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.

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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Pentress (9 waterfalls)

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

Cucumber Falls waterfall

Cucumber Falls

46.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sugar Run Falls waterfall

Sugar Run Falls

44.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 11 Waterfalls Near Pentress

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
Gap Falls waterfall

Gap Falls

24.6 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
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
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

48.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Pentress

Are there free waterfalls near Pentress?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Pentress, including Cucumber Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Pentress?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Pentress, including Jonathan Run Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Pentress?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Pentress, including Cucumber Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Pentress?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Pentress, including Cucumber Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Pentress?

The shortest waterfall hike near Pentress is Creek Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Pentress?

The tallest waterfall near Pentress is Muddy Creek Falls at 53 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Pentress?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Pentress have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Pentress?

The closest waterfall to Pentress is Cucumber Falls, approximately 35.6 miles away.

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