Waterfall Hikes Near Thomas, WV

624 residents
New York Time Zone
13 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Thomas? There are 13 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Thomas. 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 39.1458°N, -79.4958°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Thomas

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

13 of 13 gauged

1 of 13 waterfalls near Thomas is flowing strongly today

Blackwater Falls Roaring Cucumber Falls Moderate Jonathan Run Falls Moderate Ohiopyle Falls Moderate Sugar Run Falls Moderate Falls of Seneca Moderate Gap Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Moderate Lower Swallow Falls Barely Flowing Muddy Creek Falls Barely Flowing Upper Swallow Falls Barely Flowing Tolliver Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 27 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 84°F

Tod 74°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 80°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 84°F Sunny Best
Wed 86°F Sunny
Thu 87°F Sunny
Fri 86°F Sunny
Ind 83°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Thomas

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Blackwater Falls Roaring · 340 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Cucumber Falls Moderate · 1290 cfs 53rd percentile
  3. 3 Jonathan Run Falls Moderate · 1290 cfs 53rd percentile
  4. 4 Ohiopyle Falls Moderate · 1290 cfs 53rd percentile
  5. 5 Sugar Run Falls Moderate · 1290 cfs 53rd percentile
  6. 6 Falls of Seneca Moderate · 47 cfs 48th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Thomas (3 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.

Blackwater Falls waterfall

Blackwater Falls

25.2 miles away
West Virginia
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

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

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

Tolliver Falls waterfall

Tolliver Falls

49.7 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
Muddy Creek Falls waterfall

Muddy Creek Falls

49.5 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

All 13 Waterfalls Near Thomas

Blackwater Falls waterfall

Blackwater Falls

25.2 miles away
West Virginia
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Falls of Seneca waterfall

Falls of Seneca

39.3 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
Upper Swallow Falls waterfall

Upper Swallow Falls

21.9 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
Lower Swallow Falls waterfall

Lower Swallow Falls

49.6 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gap Falls waterfall

Gap Falls

44.7 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

47.1 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
6.8 miles 800 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
Jonathan Run Falls waterfall

Jonathan Run Falls

26.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft
Sugar Run Falls waterfall

Sugar Run Falls

26.6 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Thomas

Are there free waterfalls near Thomas?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Thomas, including Blackwater Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Thomas?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Thomas, including Blackwater Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Thomas?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near Thomas, including Blackwater Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Thomas?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Thomas, including Blackwater Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Thomas?

The shortest waterfall hike near Thomas is Blackwater Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Thomas?

The tallest waterfall near Thomas is Blackwater Falls at 57 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Thomas?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Thomas have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Thomas?

The closest waterfall to Thomas is Blackwater Falls, approximately 2.1 miles away.

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