Waterfall Hikes Near Vail, PA

8 residents
New York Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Vail? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Vail. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 40.7011°N, -78.2139°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Vail

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

2 of 2 waterfalls near Vail are flowing strongly today

Winding Staircase Falls Roaring White Tail Falls Roaring

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 92°F

Tod 79°F Areas Of Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 86°F Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 92°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 94°F Sunny
Thu 96°F Sunny
Fri 96°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 93°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Vail

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Winding Staircase Falls Roaring · 605 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 White Tail Falls Roaring · 605 cfs 96th percentile

Know when to go.

Get a free email alert when waterfalls near Vail hit peak flow. We only send when conditions are worth the trip — no weekly newsletters, no spam.

Find waterfalls to hike near Vail

Have your own travel site? Embed these waterfalls for free.

All 2 Waterfalls Near Vail

Winding Staircase Falls

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

White Tail Falls

2.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Vail

Are there free waterfalls near Vail?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Vail, including White Tail Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Vail?

The shortest waterfall hike near Vail is White Tail Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

What is the closest waterfall to Vail?

The closest waterfall to Vail is Winding Staircase Falls, approximately 46.5 miles away.

🏙️ Other Cities Near Vail With Waterfalls

Altoona, PA
72,348 residents
State College, PA
83,170 residents
Indiana, PA
14,082 residents
Johnstown, PA
18,429 residents
St. Marys, PA
12,691 residents
Chambersburg, PA
21,917 residents
Carlisle, PA
20,846 residents
Lower Burrell, PA
11,701 residents
Martinsburg, WV
18,678 residents
New Kensington, PA
12,163 residents
Halfway, MD
10,221 residents
Hagerstown, MD
195,261 residents

Where to Stay

Hotels & Lodges Booking.com

Find hotels, lodges, and B&Bs near the trailhead
Cabins & Rentals VRBO

Browse vacation cabins and private rentals nearby
Glamping Hipcamp

Unique outdoor stays — tents, yurts, and treehouses
RV Rentals Outdoorsy

Rent a campervan or RV for your waterfall road trip

Some links are affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.