Waterfall Hikes Near Fairmont, WV

18,402 residents
New York Time Zone
13 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fairmont? There are 13 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Fairmont. 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 39.4768°N, -80.1491°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Fairmont

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 13 gauged

9 of 12 waterfalls near Fairmont are flowing strongly today

Blackwater Falls Roaring Cucumber Falls Roaring Jonathan Run Falls Roaring Ohiopyle Falls Roaring Sugar Run Falls Roaring Gap Falls Moderate Lower Swallow Falls Roaring Muddy Creek Falls Roaring Upper Swallow Falls Roaring Tolliver Falls Roaring Tenskwatawa Falls Barely Flowing Tecumseh Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 80°F

Aft 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 80°F Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 79°F Sunny
Lab 80°F Sunny Best
Tue 82°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 84°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 82°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Fairmont

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Blackwater Falls Roaring · 152 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Cucumber Falls Roaring · 3300 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Jonathan Run Falls Roaring · 3300 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Ohiopyle Falls Roaring · 3300 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Sugar Run Falls Roaring · 3300 cfs 100th percentile
  6. 6 Lower Swallow Falls Roaring · 387 cfs 99th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Fairmont (3 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.

Blackwater Falls waterfall

Blackwater Falls

18.3 miles away
West Virginia
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Fairmont (11 waterfalls)

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

Tolliver Falls waterfall

Tolliver Falls

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

Upper Swallow Falls

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

Muddy Creek Falls

29.7 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Swallow Falls waterfall

Lower Swallow Falls

29.6 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 13 Waterfalls Near Fairmont

Tolliver Falls waterfall

Tolliver Falls

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

Upper Swallow Falls

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

Muddy Creek Falls

29.7 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Swallow Falls waterfall

Lower Swallow Falls

29.6 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gap Falls waterfall

Gap Falls

25.7 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Blackwater Falls waterfall

Blackwater Falls

18.3 miles away
West Virginia
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Cucumber Falls waterfall

Cucumber Falls

37.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ohiopyle Falls waterfall

Ohiopyle Falls

38 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

Tecumseh Falls

44.9 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft

Whitaker Falls

12.9 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tenskwatawa Falls

31.5 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Jonathan Run Falls waterfall

Jonathan Run Falls

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

Sugar Run Falls

36.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Fairmont

Are there free waterfalls near Fairmont?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Fairmont, including Blackwater Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Fairmont?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Fairmont, including Blackwater Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Fairmont?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near Fairmont, including Blackwater Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Fairmont?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Fairmont, including Blackwater Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Fairmont?

The shortest waterfall hike near Fairmont is Blackwater Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Fairmont?

The tallest waterfall near Fairmont is Blackwater Falls at 57 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Fairmont?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Fairmont have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Fairmont?

The closest waterfall to Fairmont is Tolliver Falls, approximately 31.8 miles away.

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