Waterfall Hikes Near Zihlman, MD

316 residents
New York Time Zone
16 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Zihlman? There are 16 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Zihlman. 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 39.6741°N, -78.9131°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Zihlman

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

16 of 16 gauged

1 of 16 waterfalls near Zihlman is flowing strongly today

Adams Falls Moderate Cole Run Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Cucumber Falls Moderate Jonathan Run Falls Moderate Ohiopyle Falls Moderate Sugar Run Falls Moderate Gap Falls Moderate Lower Swallow Falls Moderate Muddy Creek Falls Moderate Upper Swallow Falls Moderate Tolliver Falls Moderate Mountain Falls Strong Niagara Falls Moderate Winding Staircase Falls Moderate White Tail Falls Moderate

Updated 44 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 83°F

Aft 82°F Partly Sunny
Fri 81°F Rain Showers Likely
Sat 81°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sun 85°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 82°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 82°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Wed 83°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Zihlman

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Niagara Falls Moderate · 220 cfs 69th percentile
  2. 2 Cucumber Falls Moderate · 2200 cfs 65th percentile
  3. 3 Jonathan Run Falls Moderate · 2200 cfs 65th percentile
  4. 4 Ohiopyle Falls Moderate · 2200 cfs 65th percentile
  5. 5 Sugar Run Falls Moderate · 2200 cfs 65th percentile
  6. 6 Cole Run Falls Moderate · 779 cfs 64th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Zihlman (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 Zihlman (12 waterfalls)

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

Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

48.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

46.8 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Swallow Falls waterfall

Lower Swallow Falls

20.7 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Muddy Creek Falls waterfall

Muddy Creek Falls

20.7 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Swallow Falls waterfall

Upper Swallow Falls

20.4 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 16 Waterfalls Near Zihlman

Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

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

Gap Falls

24.6 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

46.8 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Swallow Falls waterfall

Lower Swallow Falls

20.7 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Muddy Creek Falls waterfall

Muddy Creek Falls

20.7 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Swallow Falls waterfall

Upper Swallow Falls

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

Tolliver Falls

7 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cole Run Falls waterfall

Cole Run Falls

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

White Tail Falls

44.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Winding Staircase Falls

44.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Ohiopyle Falls waterfall

Ohiopyle Falls

46.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Cucumber Falls waterfall

Cucumber Falls

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

Jonathan Run Falls

45 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft
Sugar Run Falls waterfall

Sugar Run Falls

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

Adams Falls

43.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mountain Falls waterfall

Mountain Falls

46.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Zihlman

Are there free waterfalls near Zihlman?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Zihlman, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Zihlman?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Zihlman?

There are 12 dog-friendly waterfalls near Zihlman, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Zihlman?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near Zihlman, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Zihlman?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Zihlman?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Zihlman?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Zihlman have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Zihlman?

The closest waterfall to Zihlman is Laurel Falls, approximately 16.1 miles away.

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