Waterfall Hikes Near Rockwood, PA

816 residents
New York Time Zone
16 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Rockwood? There are 16 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Rockwood. 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 39.9157°N, -79.1574°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Rockwood

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

16 of 16 gauged

13 of 16 waterfalls near Rockwood are flowing strongly today

Adams Falls Strong 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

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 72°F

Aft 76°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 75°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Lab 76°F Areas Of Fog then Sunny
Tue 79°F Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
Wed 82°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 76°F Chance Rain Showers
Fri 72°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Rockwood

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Lower Swallow Falls Strong · 273 cfs 82nd percentile
  2. 2 Muddy Creek Falls Strong · 273 cfs 82nd percentile
  3. 3 Upper Swallow Falls Strong · 273 cfs 82nd percentile
  4. 4 Tolliver Falls Strong · 273 cfs 82nd percentile
  5. 5 Cucumber Falls Strong · 1980 cfs 81st percentile
  6. 6 Gap Falls Strong · 350 cfs 81st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Rockwood (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 Rockwood (12 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
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

All 16 Waterfalls Near Rockwood

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
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
Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

34.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
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
Gap Falls waterfall

Gap Falls

25.7 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
Muddy Creek Falls waterfall

Muddy Creek Falls

29.7 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Creek Falls waterfall

Creek Falls

28.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
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
White Tail Falls waterfall

White Tail Falls

37.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Winding Staircase Falls

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

Niagara Falls

22.7 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Rockwood

Are there free waterfalls near Rockwood?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Rockwood, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Rockwood?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Rockwood?

There are 12 dog-friendly waterfalls near Rockwood, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Rockwood?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near Rockwood, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Rockwood?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Rockwood?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Rockwood?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Rockwood have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Rockwood?

The closest waterfall to Rockwood is Laurel Falls, approximately 6 miles away.

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