Waterfall Hikes Near Ridgeley, WV

386 residents
New York Time Zone
16 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Ridgeley? There are 16 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Ridgeley. 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 39.6432°N, -78.7711°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Ridgeley

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

16 of 16 gauged

4 of 16 waterfalls near Ridgeley are flowing strongly today

Adams Falls Barely Flowing Cole Run Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Cucumber Falls Roaring Jonathan Run Falls Roaring Ohiopyle Falls Roaring Sugar Run Falls Roaring Gap Falls Moderate Lower Swallow Falls Moderate Muddy Creek Falls Moderate Upper Swallow Falls Moderate Tolliver Falls Moderate Mountain Falls Moderate Niagara Falls Moderate Winding Staircase Falls Low White Tail Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 92°F

Aft 92°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 96°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Thu 99°F Sunny
Fri 99°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 87°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Ridgeley

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Cucumber Falls Roaring · 2770 cfs 91st percentile
  2. 2 Jonathan Run Falls Roaring · 2770 cfs 91st percentile
  3. 3 Ohiopyle Falls Roaring · 2770 cfs 91st percentile
  4. 4 Sugar Run Falls Roaring · 2770 cfs 91st percentile
  5. 5 Cole Run Falls Moderate · 620 cfs 67th percentile
  6. 6 Laurel Falls Moderate · 620 cfs 67th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Ridgeley (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 Ridgeley (12 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
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

46.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
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
Upper Swallow Falls waterfall

Upper Swallow Falls

21.9 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 16 Waterfalls Near Ridgeley

Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

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

Laurel Falls

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

Gap Falls

44.7 miles away
Maryland
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
Upper Swallow Falls waterfall

Upper Swallow Falls

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

Tolliver Falls

49.7 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winding Staircase Falls

2.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
White Tail Falls waterfall

White Tail Falls

2.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cole Run Falls waterfall

Cole Run Falls

32.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mountain Falls waterfall

Mountain Falls

49.5 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ohiopyle Falls waterfall

Ohiopyle Falls

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

Cucumber Falls

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

Jonathan Run Falls

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

Sugar Run Falls

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

Adams Falls

41 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Ridgeley

Are there free waterfalls near Ridgeley?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Ridgeley?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Ridgeley?

There are 12 dog-friendly waterfalls near Ridgeley, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Ridgeley?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near Ridgeley, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Ridgeley?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Ridgeley?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Ridgeley?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Ridgeley have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Ridgeley?

The closest waterfall to Ridgeley is Niagara Falls, approximately 19.1 miles away.

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