Waterfall Hikes Near Shelocta, PA

70 residents
New York Time Zone
9 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Shelocta? There are 9 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Shelocta. 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 40.6573°N, -79.3015°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Shelocta

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 9 gauged

9 waterfalls near Shelocta have live flow data today

Adams Falls Moderate Cole Run 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 Winding Staircase Falls Barely Flowing White Tail Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 41 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 83°F

Tue 81°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 77°F Chance Rain Showers
Thu 80°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Fri 83°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 85°F Partly Sunny
Sun 83°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 84°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Shelocta

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 Cucumber Falls Barely Flowing · 872 cfs 9th percentile
  3. 3 Jonathan Run Falls Barely Flowing · 872 cfs 9th percentile
  4. 4 Ohiopyle Falls Barely Flowing · 872 cfs 9th percentile
  5. 5 Sugar Run Falls Barely Flowing · 872 cfs 9th percentile
  6. 6 Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 999 cfs 8th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Shelocta (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 Shelocta (6 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
Sugar Run Falls waterfall

Sugar Run Falls

41.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 9 Waterfalls Near Shelocta

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
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
Creek Falls waterfall

Creek Falls

23.4 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
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 Shelocta

Are there free waterfalls near Shelocta?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Shelocta, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Shelocta?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Shelocta?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Shelocta, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Shelocta?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Shelocta, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Shelocta?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Shelocta?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Shelocta?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Shelocta have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Shelocta?

The closest waterfall to Shelocta is Adams Falls, approximately 26.9 miles away.

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