Waterfall Hikes Near West Elizabeth, PA

456 residents
New York Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near West Elizabeth? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of West Elizabeth. 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 40.2721°N, -79.8952°W

Map of Waterfalls Near West Elizabeth

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 12 gauged

11 of 12 waterfalls near West Elizabeth are flowing strongly today

Adams Falls Strong Cole Run Falls Strong Creek Falls Strong Cucumber Falls Strong Jonathan Run Falls Strong Ohiopyle Falls Strong Sugar Run Falls Strong Grant City Falls Strong Spillway Falls Strong Homewood Falls Moderate Winding Staircase Falls Strong White Tail Falls Strong

Updated 32 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 83°F

Tod 82°F Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 83°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 83°F Patchy Fog
Sat 83°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 86°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 82°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 80°F Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near West Elizabeth

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Winding Staircase Falls Strong · 1460 cfs 85th percentile
  2. 2 White Tail Falls Strong · 1460 cfs 85th percentile
  3. 3 Creek Falls Strong · 7160 cfs 84th percentile
  4. 4 Adams Falls Strong · 9 cfs 83rd percentile
  5. 5 Cucumber Falls Strong · 4790 cfs 82nd percentile
  6. 6 Jonathan Run Falls Strong · 4790 cfs 82nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near West Elizabeth (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

32.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft
Ohiopyle Falls waterfall

Ohiopyle Falls

34.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around West Elizabeth (6 waterfalls)

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

Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

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

Sugar Run Falls

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

Cucumber Falls

34.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 12 Waterfalls Near West Elizabeth

Creek Falls waterfall

Creek Falls

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

Adams Falls

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

Sugar Run Falls

32.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Jonathan Run Falls waterfall

Jonathan Run Falls

32.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft
Cucumber Falls waterfall

Cucumber Falls

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

Ohiopyle Falls

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

Cole Run Falls

18.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Homewood Falls waterfall

Homewood Falls

26.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spillway Falls waterfall

Spillway Falls

26.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
White Tail Falls waterfall

White Tail Falls

27.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Winding Staircase Falls

27.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Grant City Falls waterfall CC

Grant City Falls

24.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near West Elizabeth

Are there free waterfalls near West Elizabeth?

There are 8 free waterfalls near West Elizabeth, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near West Elizabeth?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in West Elizabeth?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near West Elizabeth, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near West Elizabeth?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near West Elizabeth, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near West Elizabeth?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near West Elizabeth?

The tallest waterfall near West Elizabeth is Cucumber Falls at 30 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around West Elizabeth?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near West Elizabeth have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to West Elizabeth?

The closest waterfall to West Elizabeth is Creek Falls, approximately 17.2 miles away.

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