Waterfall Hikes Near Pitcairn, PA

3,084 residents
New York Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Pitcairn? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Pitcairn. 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 40.4079°N, -79.7765°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Pitcairn

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 12 gauged

4 of 12 waterfalls near Pitcairn are flowing strongly today

Adams Falls Roaring Cole Run Falls Strong Creek Falls Moderate Cucumber Falls Moderate Jonathan Run Falls Moderate Ohiopyle Falls Moderate Sugar Run Falls Moderate Grant City Falls Barely Flowing Spillway Falls Barely Flowing Homewood Falls Moderate Winding Staircase Falls Roaring White Tail Falls Roaring

Updated 42 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 81°F

Wed 78°F Partly Sunny
Thu 81°F Sunny Best
Fri 84°F Areas Of Fog then Sunny
Sat 85°F Mostly Cloudy
Sun 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 85°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Pitcairn

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Winding Staircase Falls Roaring · 687 cfs 95th percentile
  2. 2 White Tail Falls Roaring · 687 cfs 95th percentile
  3. 3 Adams Falls Roaring · 18 cfs 94th percentile
  4. 4 Cole Run Falls Strong · 284 cfs 75th percentile
  5. 5 Creek Falls Moderate · 1180 cfs 47th percentile
  6. 6 Cucumber Falls Moderate · 928 cfs 41st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Pitcairn (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.

Jonathan Run Falls waterfall

Jonathan Run Falls

41.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft
Ohiopyle Falls waterfall

Ohiopyle Falls

42.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Pitcairn (6 waterfalls)

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

Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

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

Sugar Run Falls

41.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cucumber Falls waterfall

Cucumber Falls

42.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 12 Waterfalls Near Pitcairn

Creek Falls waterfall

Creek Falls

23.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

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

Sugar Run Falls

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

Jonathan Run Falls

41.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft
Cucumber Falls waterfall

Cucumber Falls

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

Ohiopyle Falls

42.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Cole Run Falls waterfall

Cole Run Falls

48 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
White Tail Falls waterfall

White Tail Falls

43 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Winding Staircase Falls

43 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Homewood Falls waterfall

Homewood Falls

37.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spillway Falls waterfall

Spillway Falls

37.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Grant City Falls waterfall CC

Grant City Falls

38.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Pitcairn

Are there free waterfalls near Pitcairn?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Pitcairn, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Pitcairn?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Pitcairn?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Pitcairn, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Pitcairn?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Pitcairn, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Pitcairn?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Pitcairn?

The tallest waterfall near Pitcairn is Cucumber Falls at 30 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Pitcairn?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Pitcairn have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Pitcairn?

The closest waterfall to Pitcairn is Creek Falls, approximately 18.9 miles away.

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