Waterfall Hikes Near Rockwood, PA

816 residents
New York Time Zone
16 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Rockwood? There are 16 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Rockwood. 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 39.9157°N, -79.1574°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Rockwood

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

16 of 16 gauged

16 waterfalls near Rockwood have live flow data today

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

Updated 29 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 78°F

Tue 77°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 73°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 75°F Chance Rain Showers
Fri 78°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 81°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 80°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 80°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Rockwood

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Adams Falls Moderate · 3 cfs 29th percentile
  2. 2 Niagara Falls Moderate · 81 cfs 29th percentile
  3. 3 Cucumber Falls Barely Flowing · 872 cfs 9th percentile
  4. 4 Jonathan Run Falls Barely Flowing · 872 cfs 9th percentile
  5. 5 Ohiopyle Falls Barely Flowing · 872 cfs 9th percentile
  6. 6 Sugar Run Falls Barely Flowing · 872 cfs 9th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Rockwood (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 Rockwood (12 waterfalls)

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

Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

29.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cole Run Falls waterfall

Cole Run Falls

48 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
Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

40.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 16 Waterfalls Near Rockwood

Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

29.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cole Run Falls waterfall

Cole Run Falls

48 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
Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

40.7 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
Cucumber Falls waterfall

Cucumber Falls

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

Gap Falls

20 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Swallow Falls waterfall

Lower Swallow Falls

24.9 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Muddy Creek Falls waterfall

Muddy Creek Falls

24.7 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Creek Falls waterfall

Creek Falls

23.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Swallow Falls waterfall

Upper Swallow Falls

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

Tolliver Falls

Maryland
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
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

37.3 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Rockwood

Are there free waterfalls near Rockwood?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Rockwood?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Rockwood?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Rockwood?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Rockwood?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Rockwood?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Rockwood?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Rockwood have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Rockwood?

The closest waterfall to Rockwood is Laurel Falls, approximately 6 miles away.

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