Waterfall Hikes Near Franklin, MD

166 residents
New York Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Franklin? There are 17 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Franklin. 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 39.4993°N, -79.0511°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Franklin

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

17 of 17 gauged

14 of 17 waterfalls near Franklin are flowing strongly today

Adams Falls Roaring Blackwater Falls Roaring Cole Run Falls Roaring Laurel 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 Mountain Falls Moderate Niagara Falls Moderate Winding Staircase Falls Roaring White Tail Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Mostly Sunny · 79°F

Aft 88°F Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 83°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 78°F Partly Sunny
Lab 79°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 82°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 84°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Franklin

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

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

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Franklin (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Franklin (13 waterfalls)

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

Lower Swallow Falls waterfall

Lower Swallow Falls

29.6 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
Upper Swallow Falls waterfall

Upper Swallow Falls

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

Tolliver Falls

26.1 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

17.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 17 Waterfalls Near Franklin

Lower Swallow Falls waterfall

Lower Swallow Falls

29.6 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
Upper Swallow Falls waterfall

Upper Swallow Falls

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

Tolliver Falls

26.1 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

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

Gap Falls

25.7 miles away
Maryland
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
Ohiopyle Falls waterfall

Ohiopyle Falls

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

Cucumber Falls

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

Blackwater Falls

18.3 miles away
West Virginia
Easy
0.4 miles 100 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
Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

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

Mountain Falls

45.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
White Tail Falls waterfall

White Tail Falls

37.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Winding Staircase Falls

37.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Franklin

Are there free waterfalls near Franklin?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Franklin, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Franklin?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Franklin?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Franklin, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Franklin?

There are 13 kid-friendly waterfalls near Franklin, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Franklin?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Franklin?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Franklin?

Yes, 15 waterfalls near Franklin have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Franklin?

The closest waterfall to Franklin is Lower Swallow Falls, approximately 15.5 miles away.

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