Waterfall Hikes Near Parsons, WV

1,524 residents
New York Time Zone
16 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Parsons? There are 16 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Parsons. 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 39.0942°N, -79.6785°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Parsons

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 16 gauged

11 of 15 waterfalls near Parsons are flowing strongly today

Blackwater Falls Roaring Creek Falls Roaring Cucumber Falls Roaring Jonathan Run Falls Roaring Ohiopyle Falls Roaring Sugar Run Falls Roaring Falls of Seneca Barely Flowing Gap Falls Roaring 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

Mostly Sunny · 79°F

Aft 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 80°F Areas Of Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 78°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Lab 79°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 81°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 83°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 82°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Parsons

Updated about 1 hour 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 Blackwater Falls Roaring · 152 cfs 98th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Parsons (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 Parsons (12 waterfalls)

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

High Falls waterfall

High Falls

West Virginia
Moderate
6.8 miles 800 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
Muddy Creek Falls waterfall

Muddy Creek Falls

29.7 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 16 Waterfalls Near Parsons

Blackwater Falls waterfall

Blackwater Falls

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

High Falls

West Virginia
Moderate
6.8 miles 800 ft
Falls of Seneca waterfall

Falls of Seneca

33 miles away
West Virginia
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
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
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
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

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
Creek Falls waterfall

Creek Falls

28.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Parsons

Are there free waterfalls near Parsons?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Parsons?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Parsons?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Parsons?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Parsons?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Parsons?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Parsons?

Yes, 15 waterfalls near Parsons have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Parsons?

The closest waterfall to Parsons is Blackwater Falls, approximately 9.2 miles away.

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