Waterfall Hikes Near Defiance, PA

396 residents
New York Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Defiance? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Defiance. 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 40.1599°N, -78.2319°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Defiance

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

3 of 4 waterfalls near Defiance are flowing strongly today

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

Updated 37 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 76°F

Aft 84°F Rain Showers Likely
Sat 79°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 76°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 78°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Tue 81°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 85°F Partly Sunny
Thu 82°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Defiance

Updated about 1 hour 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 Adams Falls Roaring · 40 cfs 91st percentile
  4. 4 Niagara Falls Moderate · 102 cfs 30th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Defiance (2 waterfalls)

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

Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

22.7 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

34.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Defiance

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
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

22.7 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

34.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Defiance

Are there free waterfalls near Defiance?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Defiance, including Adams Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Defiance?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Defiance, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Defiance?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Defiance, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Defiance?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Defiance?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Defiance have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Defiance?

The closest waterfall to Defiance is Winding Staircase Falls, approximately 34.4 miles away.

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