Waterfall Hikes Near Grindstone, PA

619 residents
New York Time Zone
13 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Grindstone? There are 13 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Grindstone. 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 40.0219°N, -79.8231°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Grindstone

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

13 of 13 gauged

13 of 13 waterfalls near Grindstone are flowing strongly today

Adams Falls Roaring Cole Run Falls Roaring Laurel Falls Roaring Creek Falls Roaring Cucumber Falls Roaring Jonathan Run Falls Roaring Ohiopyle Falls Roaring Sugar Run Falls Roaring Gap Falls Roaring Lower Swallow Falls Roaring Muddy Creek Falls Roaring Upper Swallow Falls Roaring Tolliver Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 80°F

Aft 83°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 80°F Patchy Fog
Sun 78°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 80°F Sunny Best
Tue 82°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 86°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 81°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Grindstone

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Creek Falls Roaring · 3900 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Cucumber Falls Roaring · 3320 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Jonathan Run Falls Roaring · 3320 cfs 99th percentile
  4. 4 Ohiopyle Falls Roaring · 3320 cfs 99th percentile
  5. 5 Sugar Run Falls Roaring · 3320 cfs 99th percentile
  6. 6 Lower Swallow Falls Roaring · 359 cfs 97th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Grindstone (2 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.

Jonathan Run Falls waterfall

Jonathan Run Falls

36.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft
Ohiopyle Falls waterfall

Ohiopyle Falls

38 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

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

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

Sugar Run Falls waterfall

Sugar Run Falls

36.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cucumber Falls waterfall

Cucumber Falls

37.9 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

All 13 Waterfalls Near Grindstone

Creek Falls waterfall

Creek Falls

28.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sugar Run Falls waterfall

Sugar Run Falls

36.3 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
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
Cole Run Falls waterfall

Cole Run Falls

41.8 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
Gap Falls waterfall

Gap Falls

25.7 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
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
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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Grindstone

Are there free waterfalls near Grindstone?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Grindstone, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Grindstone?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Grindstone, including Jonathan Run Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Grindstone?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near Grindstone, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Grindstone?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Grindstone, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Grindstone?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Grindstone?

The tallest waterfall near Grindstone is Muddy Creek Falls at 53 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Grindstone?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Grindstone have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Grindstone?

The closest waterfall to Grindstone is Creek Falls, approximately 10.3 miles away.

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