Waterfall Hikes Near Windber, PA

3,930 residents
New York Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Windber? There are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Windber. 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 40.2355°N, -78.8247°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Windber

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 10 gauged

5 of 10 waterfalls near Windber are flowing strongly today

Adams Falls Barely Flowing Cole Run Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Creek Falls Strong Cucumber Falls Strong Jonathan Run Falls Strong Ohiopyle Falls Strong Sugar Run Falls Strong Winding Staircase Falls Low White Tail Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 90°F

Wed 89°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Thu 91°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Fri 90°F Sunny Best
Ind 87°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 86°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 81°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Windber

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Creek Falls Strong · 3010 cfs 83rd percentile
  2. 2 Cucumber Falls Strong · 2560 cfs 82nd percentile
  3. 3 Jonathan Run Falls Strong · 2560 cfs 82nd percentile
  4. 4 Ohiopyle Falls Strong · 2560 cfs 82nd percentile
  5. 5 Sugar Run Falls Strong · 2560 cfs 82nd percentile
  6. 6 Cole Run Falls Moderate · 539 cfs 60th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Windber (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Windber (7 waterfalls)

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

Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

41 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cole Run Falls waterfall

Cole Run Falls

32.2 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

All 10 Waterfalls Near Windber

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
Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

41 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cole Run Falls waterfall

Cole Run Falls

32.2 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
Creek Falls waterfall

Creek Falls

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

Sugar Run Falls

26.6 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
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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Windber

Are there free waterfalls near Windber?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Windber?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Windber?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Windber, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Windber?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Windber, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Windber?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Windber?

The tallest waterfall near Windber is Cucumber Falls at 30 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Windber?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Windber have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Windber?

The closest waterfall to Windber is Winding Staircase Falls, approximately 5.7 miles away.

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