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

16 of 17 waterfalls near Salisbury are flowing strongly today

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

Updated 39 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 73°F

Aft 82°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 75°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 73°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 74°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Tue 78°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 80°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 77°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Salisbury

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Creek Falls Roaring · 4170 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Gap Falls Roaring · 1100 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Sugar Run Falls Roaring · 3230 cfs 97th percentile
  4. 4 Cucumber Falls Roaring · 3230 cfs 97th percentile
  5. 5 Jonathan Run Falls Roaring · 3230 cfs 97th percentile
  6. 6 Ohiopyle Falls Roaring · 3230 cfs 97th 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

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

Jonathan Run Falls

36.4 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

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

Cole Run Falls

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

Cucumber Falls

37.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 17 Waterfalls Near Salisbury

Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

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

Cole Run Falls

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

Gap Falls

25.7 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ohiopyle Falls waterfall

Ohiopyle Falls

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

Cucumber Falls

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

Jonathan Run Falls

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

Sugar Run Falls

36.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Swallow Falls waterfall

Lower Swallow Falls

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

Adams Falls

34.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Muddy Creek Falls waterfall

Muddy Creek Falls

29.7 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Swallow Falls waterfall

Upper Swallow Falls

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

Tolliver Falls

26.1 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
White Tail Falls waterfall

White Tail Falls

37.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Winding Staircase Falls

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

Niagara Falls

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

Creek Falls

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

Blackwater Falls

18.3 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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