Waterfall Hikes Near Stoystown, PA

410 residents
New York Time Zone
16 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Stoystown? There are 16 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Stoystown. 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 40.1031°N, -78.9547°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Stoystown

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

16 of 16 gauged

5 of 16 waterfalls near Stoystown are flowing strongly today

Adams Falls Barely Flowing 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 about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 90°F

Wed 89°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Thu 91°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Fri 90°F Sunny Best
Ind 87°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 81°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Stoystown

Updated about 3 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 Cucumber Falls Strong · 2600 cfs 84th percentile
  3. 3 Jonathan Run Falls Strong · 2600 cfs 84th percentile
  4. 4 Ohiopyle Falls Strong · 2600 cfs 84th percentile
  5. 5 Sugar Run Falls Strong · 2600 cfs 84th percentile
  6. 6 Cole Run Falls Moderate · 557 cfs 61st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Stoystown (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 Stoystown (12 waterfalls)

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

Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

41 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
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

46.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 16 Waterfalls Near Stoystown

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
Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

41 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
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

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

Creek Falls

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

Sugar Run Falls

26.6 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
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
Gap Falls waterfall

Gap Falls

44.7 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Swallow Falls waterfall

Lower Swallow Falls

49.6 miles away
Maryland
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
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

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

Tolliver Falls

49.7 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Stoystown

Are there free waterfalls near Stoystown?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Stoystown?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Stoystown?

There are 12 dog-friendly waterfalls near Stoystown, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Stoystown?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near Stoystown, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Stoystown?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Stoystown?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Stoystown?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Stoystown have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Stoystown?

The closest waterfall to Stoystown is White Tail Falls, approximately 14 miles away.

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