Waterfall Hikes Near Terra Alta, WV

2,040 residents
New York Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Terra Alta sits high in Preston County, a short drive from Swallow Falls State Park across the Maryland line. The park's 1.25 mile loop strings together Muddy Creek Falls at 53 feet and both Swallow falls, with little Tolliver thrown in at 5 feet, dogs allowed the whole way. Blackwater Falls lies south, 57 feet reached by a walk under half a mile. Ohiopyle waits north in Pennsylvania with 30 foot Cucumber Falls close to its parking. Seventeen falls in three states fit inside this one radius.

Located at 39.4442°N, -79.5435°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Terra Alta

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 74°F

Aft 58°F Patchy Drizzle
Tue 68°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Cloudy
Wed 74°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 77°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 75°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 65°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 66°F Rain Showers Likely

Flowing best right now near Terra Alta

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Gap Falls Moderate · 735 cfs 36th percentile
  2. 2 Niagara Falls Moderate · 179 cfs 34th percentile
  3. 3 Cucumber Falls Barely Flowing · 2120 cfs 5th percentile
  4. 4 Jonathan Run Falls Barely Flowing · 2120 cfs 5th percentile
  5. 5 Ohiopyle Falls Barely Flowing · 2120 cfs 5th percentile
  6. 6 Sugar Run Falls Barely Flowing · 2120 cfs 5th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Terra Alta (12 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.

7.7 miles away
Maryland
Easy
1.3 miles Unknown
7.9 miles away
Maryland
Easy
1.3 miles Unknown
8.1 miles away
Maryland
Easy
1.3 miles Unknown
8.1 miles away
Maryland
Easy
1.3 miles Unknown
18.7 miles away
West Virginia
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

All 17 Waterfalls Near Terra Alta

7.7 miles away
Maryland
Easy
1.3 miles Unknown
7.9 miles away
Maryland
Easy
1.3 miles Unknown
8.1 miles away
Maryland
Easy
1.3 miles Unknown
8.1 miles away
Maryland
Easy
1.3 miles Unknown
12.1 miles away
Maryland
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
18.7 miles away
West Virginia
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
22.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.2 miles Unknown
22.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
24.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft
24.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles Unknown
32.8 miles away
West Virginia
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
36 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.5 miles Unknown
36.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.1 miles Unknown
38.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
42.7 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
6.8 miles 800 ft
48.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.1 miles Unknown
49 miles away
West Virginia
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Terra Alta

Are there free waterfalls near Terra Alta?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Terra Alta, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Terra Alta?

There are 12 easy waterfall hikes near Terra Alta, including Adams Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Terra Alta?

There are 14 dog-friendly waterfalls near Terra Alta, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Terra Alta?

There are 14 kid-friendly waterfalls near Terra Alta, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Terra Alta?

The shortest waterfall hike near Terra Alta is Adams Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Terra Alta?

The tallest waterfall near Terra Alta is Blackwater Falls at 57 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Terra Alta?

Yes, 16 waterfalls near Terra Alta have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Terra Alta?

The closest waterfall to Terra Alta is Tolliver Falls, approximately 7.7 miles away.

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