Waterfall Hikes Near Youngstown, PA

251 residents
New York Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Youngstown? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Youngstown. 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 40.2798°N, -79.3659°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Youngstown

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

5 of 15 waterfalls near Youngstown 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 Gap Falls Moderate Lower Swallow Falls Moderate Muddy Creek Falls Moderate Upper Swallow Falls Moderate Tolliver Falls Moderate Winding Staircase Falls Low White Tail Falls Low

Updated 37 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 97°F

Wed 96°F Sunny
Thu 98°F Sunny
Fri 97°F Sunny Best
Ind 91°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 86°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 85°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Youngstown

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Creek Falls Strong · 3090 cfs 88th percentile
  2. 2 Cucumber Falls Strong · 2600 cfs 84th percentile
  3. 3 Jonathan Run Falls Strong · 2600 cfs 84th percentile
  4. 4 Ohiopyle Falls Strong · 2600 cfs 84th percentile
  5. 5 Sugar Run Falls Strong · 2600 cfs 84th percentile
  6. 6 Cole Run Falls Moderate · 557 cfs 61st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Youngstown (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 Youngstown (11 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
Sugar Run Falls waterfall

Sugar Run Falls

26.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Youngstown

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
Creek Falls waterfall

Creek Falls

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

White Tail Falls

2.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Winding Staircase Falls

2.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 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
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

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

Gap Falls

44.7 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
Muddy Creek Falls waterfall

Muddy Creek Falls

49.5 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
Tolliver Falls waterfall

Tolliver Falls

49.7 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Youngstown

Are there free waterfalls near Youngstown?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Youngstown?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Youngstown?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Youngstown?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Youngstown?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Youngstown?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Youngstown?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Youngstown have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Youngstown?

The closest waterfall to Youngstown is Adams Falls, approximately 11.2 miles away.

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