Waterfall Hikes Near Blue Knob, PA

38 residents
New York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Blue Knob? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Blue Knob. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 40.3527°N, -78.5533°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Blue Knob

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

4 of 5 waterfalls near Blue Knob are flowing strongly today

Adams Falls Roaring Cole Run Falls Roaring Niagara Falls Moderate Winding Staircase Falls Roaring White Tail Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 72°F

Aft 77°F Rain Showers Likely
Sat 73°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 70°F Sunny
Lab 72°F Sunny Best
Tue 76°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 79°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 75°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Blue Knob

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Winding Staircase Falls Roaring · 1530 cfs 95th percentile
  2. 2 White Tail Falls Roaring · 1530 cfs 95th percentile
  3. 3 Cole Run Falls Roaring · 1450 cfs 93rd percentile
  4. 4 Adams Falls Roaring · 40 cfs 91st percentile
  5. 5 Niagara Falls Moderate · 102 cfs 30th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Blue Knob (3 waterfalls)

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

Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

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

Niagara Falls

22.7 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cole Run Falls waterfall

Cole Run Falls

41.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Blue Knob

Winding Staircase Falls

37.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
White Tail Falls waterfall

White Tail Falls

37.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

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

Niagara Falls

22.7 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cole Run Falls waterfall

Cole Run Falls

41.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Blue Knob

Are there free waterfalls near Blue Knob?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Blue Knob, including Adams Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Blue Knob?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Blue Knob, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Blue Knob?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Blue Knob, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Blue Knob?

The shortest waterfall hike near Blue Knob is Adams Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Blue Knob?

The tallest waterfall near Blue Knob is Cole Run Falls at 15 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Blue Knob?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Blue Knob have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Blue Knob?

The closest waterfall to Blue Knob is Winding Staircase Falls, approximately 15.1 miles away.

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