Waterfall Hikes Near Grantsville, MD

956 residents
New York Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Grantsville? There are 17 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Grantsville. 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 39.6969°N, -79.1528°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Grantsville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

17 of 17 gauged

14 of 17 waterfalls near Grantsville are flowing strongly today

Adams Falls Strong Blackwater Falls Roaring Cole Run Falls Strong Laurel Falls Strong Creek Falls Strong Cucumber Falls Strong Jonathan Run Falls Strong Ohiopyle Falls Strong Sugar Run Falls Strong Gap Falls Roaring Lower Swallow Falls Strong Muddy Creek Falls Strong Upper Swallow Falls Strong Tolliver Falls Strong Niagara Falls Moderate Winding Staircase Falls Moderate White Tail Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 74°F

Aft 75°F Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 74°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 75°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 78°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 81°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 75°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 71°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Grantsville

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Blackwater Falls Roaring · 467 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 Gap Falls Roaring · 939 cfs 98th percentile
  3. 3 Tolliver Falls Strong · 273 cfs 82nd percentile
  4. 4 Upper Swallow Falls Strong · 273 cfs 82nd percentile
  5. 5 Muddy Creek Falls Strong · 273 cfs 82nd percentile
  6. 6 Lower Swallow Falls Strong · 273 cfs 82nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Grantsville (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 Grantsville (13 waterfalls)

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

Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

17.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cole Run Falls waterfall

Cole Run Falls

41.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
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

All 17 Waterfalls Near Grantsville

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
Cole Run Falls waterfall

Cole Run Falls

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

Niagara Falls

22.7 miles away
West 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
Creek Falls waterfall

Creek Falls

28.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winding Staircase Falls

37.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Blackwater Falls waterfall

Blackwater Falls

18.3 miles away
West Virginia
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Grantsville

Are there free waterfalls near Grantsville?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Grantsville?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Grantsville?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Grantsville?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Grantsville?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Grantsville?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Grantsville?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Grantsville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Grantsville?

The closest waterfall to Grantsville is Laurel Falls, approximately 7.1 miles away.

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