Waterfall Hikes Near Vanderbilt, PA

314 residents
New York Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Vanderbilt? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Vanderbilt. 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 40.0339°N, -79.6630°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Vanderbilt

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

15 waterfalls near Vanderbilt have live flow data today

Adams Falls Moderate Cole Run Falls Barely Flowing Laurel 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 Gap Falls Barely Flowing Lower Swallow Falls Barely Flowing Muddy Creek Falls Barely Flowing Upper Swallow Falls Barely Flowing Tolliver Falls Barely Flowing Winding Staircase Falls Barely Flowing White Tail Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 25 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 81°F

Tue 80°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 77°F Chance Rain Showers
Thu 78°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 81°F Sunny Best
Sat 84°F Partly Sunny
Sun 83°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 82°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Vanderbilt

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 Vanderbilt (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.

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

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

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

Sugar Run Falls waterfall

Sugar Run Falls

41.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cucumber Falls waterfall

Cucumber Falls

42.8 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

All 15 Waterfalls Near Vanderbilt

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
Cucumber Falls waterfall

Cucumber Falls

42.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ohiopyle Falls waterfall

Ohiopyle Falls

42.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Cole Run Falls waterfall

Cole Run Falls

48 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

40.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gap Falls waterfall

Gap Falls

20 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

29.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Muddy Creek Falls waterfall

Muddy Creek Falls

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

Lower Swallow Falls

24.9 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tolliver Falls waterfall

Tolliver Falls

Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Swallow Falls waterfall

Upper Swallow Falls

25 miles away
Maryland
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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Vanderbilt

Are there free waterfalls near Vanderbilt?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Vanderbilt, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Vanderbilt?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Vanderbilt?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near Vanderbilt, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Vanderbilt?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Vanderbilt, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Vanderbilt?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Vanderbilt?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Vanderbilt?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Vanderbilt have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Vanderbilt?

The closest waterfall to Vanderbilt is Creek Falls, approximately 4.2 miles away.

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