Waterfall Hikes Near Grafton, WV

4,711 residents
New York Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Grafton? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Grafton. 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 39.3409°N, -80.0162°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Grafton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 15 gauged

10 of 14 waterfalls near Grafton are flowing strongly today

Blackwater Falls Roaring Cucumber Falls Strong Jonathan Run Falls Strong Ohiopyle Falls Strong Sugar Run Falls Strong Falls of Seneca Moderate Gap Falls Strong Lower Swallow Falls Strong Muddy Creek Falls Strong Upper Swallow Falls Strong Tolliver Falls Strong Tenskwatawa Falls Low Tecumseh Falls Low

Updated 42 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 80°F

Aft 76°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 78°F Sunny
Lab 80°F Sunny Best
Tue 82°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 83°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 78°F Chance Rain Showers
Fri 75°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Grafton

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Blackwater Falls Roaring · 522 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Lower Swallow Falls Strong · 273 cfs 82nd percentile
  3. 3 Muddy Creek Falls Strong · 273 cfs 82nd percentile
  4. 4 Upper Swallow Falls Strong · 273 cfs 82nd percentile
  5. 5 Tolliver Falls Strong · 273 cfs 82nd percentile
  6. 6 Cucumber Falls Strong · 1980 cfs 81st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Grafton (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 Grafton (12 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 15 Waterfalls Near Grafton

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
Blackwater Falls waterfall

Blackwater Falls

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

Gap Falls

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

High Falls

West Virginia
Moderate
6.8 miles 800 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
Cucumber Falls waterfall

Cucumber Falls

37.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Seneca waterfall

Falls of Seneca

33 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ohiopyle Falls waterfall

Ohiopyle Falls

38 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.4 miles 50 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 Grafton

Are there free waterfalls near Grafton?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Grafton, including Blackwater Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Grafton?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Grafton?

There are 12 dog-friendly waterfalls near Grafton, including Blackwater Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Grafton?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near Grafton, including Blackwater Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Grafton?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Grafton?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Grafton?

Yes, 15 waterfalls near Grafton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Grafton?

The closest waterfall to Grafton is Tolliver Falls, approximately 32.8 miles away.

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