Waterfall Hikes Near Saltsburg, PA

752 residents
New York Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Saltsburg? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Saltsburg. 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 40.4848°N, -79.4480°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Saltsburg

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

13 of 15 waterfalls near Saltsburg are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 80°F

Aft 79°F Partly Sunny
Sun 80°F Sunny Best
Lab 81°F Sunny
Tue 84°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 87°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 80°F Chance Rain Showers
Fri 77°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Saltsburg

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Lower Swallow Falls Strong · 273 cfs 82nd percentile
  2. 2 Muddy Creek Falls Strong · 273 cfs 82nd percentile
  3. 3 Upper Swallow Falls Strong · 273 cfs 82nd percentile
  4. 4 Tolliver Falls Strong · 273 cfs 82nd percentile
  5. 5 Cucumber Falls Strong · 1980 cfs 81st percentile
  6. 6 Gap Falls Strong · 350 cfs 81st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Saltsburg (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

36.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft
Ohiopyle Falls waterfall

Ohiopyle Falls

38 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Saltsburg (11 waterfalls)

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

Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

34.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sugar Run Falls waterfall

Sugar Run Falls

36.3 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

All 15 Waterfalls Near Saltsburg

Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

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

Creek Falls

28.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sugar Run Falls waterfall

Sugar Run Falls

36.3 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
Cole Run Falls waterfall

Cole Run Falls

41.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
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
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
Gap Falls waterfall

Gap Falls

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

Laurel Falls

17.8 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
Lower Swallow Falls waterfall

Lower Swallow Falls

29.6 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
Upper Swallow Falls waterfall

Upper Swallow Falls

29.9 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Saltsburg

Are there free waterfalls near Saltsburg?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Saltsburg, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Saltsburg?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Saltsburg?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near Saltsburg, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Saltsburg?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Saltsburg, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Saltsburg?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Saltsburg?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Saltsburg?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Saltsburg have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Saltsburg?

The closest waterfall to Saltsburg is Adams Falls, approximately 24.7 miles away.

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