Waterfall Hikes Near Schellsburg, PA

299 residents
New York Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Schellsburg? There are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Schellsburg. 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 40.0481°N, -78.6434°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Schellsburg

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 10 gauged

10 waterfalls near Schellsburg have live flow data today

Adams Falls Moderate Cole Run Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Cucumber Falls Barely Flowing Jonathan Run Falls Barely Flowing Ohiopyle Falls Barely Flowing Sugar Run Falls Barely Flowing Winding Staircase Falls Barely Flowing White Tail Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 40 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Tue 78°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 74°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 76°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Fri 80°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 82°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sun 81°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 81°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Schellsburg

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 Schellsburg (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 Schellsburg (8 waterfalls)

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

Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

40.7 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
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

29.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

37.3 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 10 Waterfalls Near Schellsburg

Winding Staircase Falls

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

White Tail Falls

43 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

40.7 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
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

29.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

37.3 miles away
West Virginia
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
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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Schellsburg

Are there free waterfalls near Schellsburg?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Schellsburg?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Schellsburg?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Schellsburg, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Schellsburg?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Schellsburg, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Schellsburg?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Schellsburg?

The tallest waterfall near Schellsburg is Cucumber Falls at 30 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Schellsburg?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Schellsburg have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Schellsburg?

The closest waterfall to Schellsburg is Winding Staircase Falls, approximately 22.5 miles away.

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