Waterfall Hikes Near Pleasant Valley, WV

3,480 residents
New York Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Pleasant Valley? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Pleasant Valley. 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 39.4504°N, -80.1552°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Pleasant Valley

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 12 gauged

7 of 11 waterfalls near Pleasant Valley are flowing strongly today

Blackwater Falls Roaring Cucumber Falls Roaring Ohiopyle Falls Roaring Gap Falls Moderate 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

Sunny · 80°F

Aft 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 79°F Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 78°F Sunny
Lab 80°F Sunny Best
Tue 82°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 84°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 82°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Pleasant Valley

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Blackwater Falls Roaring · 152 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Cucumber Falls Roaring · 3300 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Ohiopyle Falls Roaring · 3300 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Lower Swallow Falls Roaring · 387 cfs 99th percentile
  5. 5 Muddy Creek Falls Roaring · 387 cfs 99th percentile
  6. 6 Upper Swallow Falls Roaring · 387 cfs 99th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Pleasant Valley (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.

Blackwater Falls waterfall

Blackwater Falls

18.3 miles away
West Virginia
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Pleasant Valley (10 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 12 Waterfalls Near Pleasant Valley

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
Blackwater Falls waterfall

Blackwater Falls

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

Ohiopyle Falls

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

High Falls

West Virginia
Moderate
6.8 miles 800 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Pleasant Valley

Are there free waterfalls near Pleasant Valley?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Pleasant Valley, including Blackwater Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Pleasant Valley?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Pleasant Valley, including Blackwater Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Pleasant Valley?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Pleasant Valley, including Blackwater Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Pleasant Valley?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Pleasant Valley, including Blackwater Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Pleasant Valley?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Pleasant Valley?

The tallest waterfall near Pleasant Valley is Blackwater Falls at 57 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Pleasant Valley?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Pleasant Valley have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Pleasant Valley?

The closest waterfall to Pleasant Valley is Tolliver Falls, approximately 33.3 miles away.

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