Waterfall Hikes Near Salisbury, PA

619 residents
New York Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Salisbury? There are 17 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Salisbury. 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 39.7535°N, -79.0844°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Salisbury

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

17 of 17 gauged

5 of 17 waterfalls near Salisbury are flowing strongly today

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

Updated 34 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 89°F

Wed 88°F Sunny
Thu 91°F Sunny
Fri 89°F Sunny Best
Ind 87°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 83°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 80°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 79°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Salisbury

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Creek Falls Strong · 3090 cfs 88th percentile
  2. 2 Sugar Run Falls Strong · 2600 cfs 84th percentile
  3. 3 Cucumber Falls Strong · 2600 cfs 84th percentile
  4. 4 Jonathan Run Falls Strong · 2600 cfs 84th percentile
  5. 5 Ohiopyle Falls Strong · 2600 cfs 84th percentile
  6. 6 Cole Run Falls Moderate · 557 cfs 61st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Salisbury (3 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

28.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Jonathan Run Falls waterfall

Jonathan Run Falls

26.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Salisbury (13 waterfalls)

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

Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

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

Cole Run Falls

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

Cucumber Falls

28.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 17 Waterfalls Near Salisbury

Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

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

Cole Run Falls

32.2 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
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
Lower Swallow Falls waterfall

Lower Swallow Falls

49.6 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

41 miles away
Pennsylvania
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
White Tail Falls waterfall

White Tail Falls

2.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Winding Staircase Falls

2.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

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

Creek Falls

19.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Blackwater Falls waterfall

Blackwater Falls

25.2 miles away
West Virginia
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Salisbury

Are there free waterfalls near Salisbury?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Salisbury, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Salisbury?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Salisbury, including Blackwater Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Salisbury?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Salisbury, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Salisbury?

There are 13 kid-friendly waterfalls near Salisbury, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Salisbury?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Salisbury?

The tallest waterfall near Salisbury is Blackwater Falls at 57 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Salisbury?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Salisbury have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Salisbury?

The closest waterfall to Salisbury is Laurel Falls, approximately 5 miles away.

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