Summer and adventure just go hand-in-hand. With the beautiful weather and sunny skies, we have no shortage of adventures – from riding our favorite roller coasters to spending a day among nature. When you’re in the mood to spend a leisurely day outdoors, you can’t go wrong with a visit to one (or more) of these six easy-access Pennsylvania waterfalls.
- Pigeon Run Falls – Allegheny National Forest
All Trails/Christy Fackler An easy and scenic two-mile hike along Pigeon Run Falls Trail will lead you to the beautiful cascade. Although it only stands about 10 feet tall, the waterfall gently tumbles over a series of rocks, making it absolutely breathtaking. The predominately flat trail is pretty remote, so don’t expect to see too many other hikers on the path, which can get muddy. Head over to AllTrails to find the trail map for and more on Pigeon Run Falls Trail.
- Sand Run Falls – Tioga State Forest
All Trails/Shawn Lesitsky Sand Run Falls is fairly easy to access if you’re up for a fairly lengthy stroll through Tioga State Forest. The 6.7-mile Sand Run Falls Trail meanders through the woods, leading to Sand Run Falls. The waterfall tumbles down 25 feet and is beautiful all year around. Find a trail map and more information on Sand Run Falls Trail on AllTrails.
- Cucumber Falls
All Trails/Jeb Feldman A day at Ohiopyle State Park promises plenty of excitement. It’s home to a gorgeous natural waterslide, perfect for cooling off in the summer. First, however, look for the sign that directs you to Cucumber Falls. Marvel at the 30-foot waterfoot from above - just steps from the parking lot - then stroll down a sets of stairs to see it from its base. Head over to the official website of Ohiopyle State Park for more information.
- Devil’s Falls – Pittston
All Trails/Thomas Sarver Slip on a pair of comfy shoes (ones that you don’t mind getting muddy) for your journey along the 2.6-mile trail that leads to Devil’s Falls. The magnificient waterfall cascades down nearly 70 feet, so you definitely don’t want to forget your camera. Head to AllTrails for more information on Devil’s Falls Trail.
- Nay Aug Falls - Scranton
All Trails/Tami Snow Follow the two-mile Davis Trail that leads to some spectacular scenery, including a treehouse that boasts sensational views. You’ll also be treated to gorgeous views of the 20-foot Nay Aug Falls. You might even want to bring your pooch along on this dog-friendly trail. Stop by AllTrails for more information on the Davis Trail.
- Dingmans Falls - Dingmans Ferry
All Trails/Jane Dawber Dingmans Falls is easily accessible by a predominately handicap-accessible and stroller-accessible trail. The last .01-mile of the trail requires climbing stairs if you want to see the waterfall from another angle. The majority, however, follows along a boardwalk that leads to Dingmans Falls. At 130 feet, the breathtaking cascade is the second tallest in Pennsylvania. Learn more about Dingmans Falls on the official website of the National Park Service.
What are your favorite easy-access Pennsylvania waterfalls? Let us know in the comments! Keep the summer adventure going with a trek along the Tom Lowe Trail in Hamburg, which boasts an emerald waterfall.
All Trails/Christy Fackler
An easy and scenic two-mile hike along Pigeon Run Falls Trail will lead you to the beautiful cascade. Although it only stands about 10 feet tall, the waterfall gently tumbles over a series of rocks, making it absolutely breathtaking. The predominately flat trail is pretty remote, so don’t expect to see too many other hikers on the path, which can get muddy. Head over to AllTrails to find the trail map for and more on Pigeon Run Falls Trail.
All Trails/Shawn Lesitsky
Sand Run Falls is fairly easy to access if you’re up for a fairly lengthy stroll through Tioga State Forest. The 6.7-mile Sand Run Falls Trail meanders through the woods, leading to Sand Run Falls. The waterfall tumbles down 25 feet and is beautiful all year around. Find a trail map and more information on Sand Run Falls Trail on AllTrails.
All Trails/Jeb Feldman
A day at Ohiopyle State Park promises plenty of excitement. It’s home to a gorgeous natural waterslide, perfect for cooling off in the summer. First, however, look for the sign that directs you to Cucumber Falls. Marvel at the 30-foot waterfoot from above - just steps from the parking lot - then stroll down a sets of stairs to see it from its base. Head over to the official website of Ohiopyle State Park for more information.
All Trails/Thomas Sarver
Slip on a pair of comfy shoes (ones that you don’t mind getting muddy) for your journey along the 2.6-mile trail that leads to Devil’s Falls. The magnificient waterfall cascades down nearly 70 feet, so you definitely don’t want to forget your camera. Head to AllTrails for more information on Devil’s Falls Trail.
All Trails/Tami Snow
Follow the two-mile Davis Trail that leads to some spectacular scenery, including a treehouse that boasts sensational views. You’ll also be treated to gorgeous views of the 20-foot Nay Aug Falls. You might even want to bring your pooch along on this dog-friendly trail. Stop by AllTrails for more information on the Davis Trail.
All Trails/Jane Dawber
Dingmans Falls is easily accessible by a predominately handicap-accessible and stroller-accessible trail. The last .01-mile of the trail requires climbing stairs if you want to see the waterfall from another angle. The majority, however, follows along a boardwalk that leads to Dingmans Falls. At 130 feet, the breathtaking cascade is the second tallest in Pennsylvania. Learn more about Dingmans Falls on the official website of the National Park Service.
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Address: Allegheny National Forest, Marienville, PA 16239, USAAddress: Tioga State Forest, Gaines Township, PA 16901, USAAddress: Honesdale, PA 18431, USAAddress: Pinchot State Forest -Thornhurst Tract, Bear Lake Rd, Thornhurst Township, PA 18424, USAAddress: Shickshinny, PA 18655, USAAddress: Pittston, PA, USA
