Waterfall Hikes Near Pittsburgh, PA

1,749,091 residents
New York Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Ohiopyle State Park does the heavy lifting for Pittsburgh, an hour and change southeast in the Laurel Highlands. Jonathan Run Falls there covers three easy miles with 200 feet of climb, and Sugar Run Falls takes two at a moderate grade. Adams Falls near Ligonier asks for a tenth of a mile, barely a stroll. North on I-79, Springfield Falls drops twenty feet within sight of the parking area. Ten falls total, and every trail with data on it welcomes dogs.

Located at 40.4397°N, -79.9763°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Pittsburgh

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 10 gauged

1 of 10 waterfalls near Pittsburgh is flowing strongly today

Adams Falls Strong Creek Falls Moderate Cucumber Falls Moderate Jonathan Run Falls Moderate Ohiopyle Falls Moderate Sugar Run Falls Moderate Grant City Falls Barely Flowing Springfield Falls Barely Flowing Spillway Falls Barely Flowing Homewood Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 86°F

Sat 86°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 86°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 82°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 82°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Wed 84°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 80°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 78°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Pittsburgh

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Cucumber Falls Moderate · 1520 cfs 55th percentile
  2. 2 Jonathan Run Falls Moderate · 1520 cfs 55th percentile
  3. 3 Ohiopyle Falls Moderate · 1520 cfs 55th percentile
  4. 4 Sugar Run Falls Moderate · 1520 cfs 55th percentile
  5. 5 Creek Falls Moderate · 2010 cfs 50th percentile
  6. 6 Adams Falls Moderate · 6 cfs 42nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Pittsburgh (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.

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

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Springfield Falls waterfall

Springfield Falls

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

Adams Falls

43.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 10 Waterfalls Near Pittsburgh

Creek Falls waterfall

Creek Falls

27.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Homewood Falls waterfall

Homewood Falls

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

Spillway Falls

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

Grant City Falls

11.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Springfield Falls waterfall

Springfield Falls

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

Adams Falls

43.1 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
Jonathan Run Falls waterfall

Jonathan Run Falls

45 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft
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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Pittsburgh

Are there free waterfalls near Pittsburgh?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Pittsburgh, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Pittsburgh?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Pittsburgh?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Pittsburgh?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Pittsburgh?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Pittsburgh?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Pittsburgh?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Pittsburgh have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Pittsburgh?

The closest waterfall to Pittsburgh is Creek Falls, approximately 28.9 miles away.

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