We recently brought you the ultimate eastern Pennsylvania waterfall road trip, and of course we didn’t want to leave out the western part of the state. Here’s a second epic waterfall road trip in Western Pennsylvania. We’ll begin about an hour outside of Pittsburgh, on the Ohio border at Quakertown Falls, and circle in a loop counter-clockwise around Pittsburgh. The total trip is about eight hours driving time. Consider making it into a weekend journey, so you have time to hike and enjoy each location. Here’s the Google Maps route for your use.

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Quakertown Falls

rachelsample89/ Instagram Quakertown Falls is located in Hillsville, about an hour outside of Pittsburgh and one mile from the Ohio state border. The 50-foot waterfall is not clearly marked by any sign or official trail, so it can be a bit tricky to find. Look for a steep, dirt runoff from Route 224.

Cucumber Falls

Scott Horvath/ Flickr Cucumber Falls is only one of the gorgeous sights you’ll find in Ohiopyle State Park. The park is excellent for hiking, biking, camping, and water sports like white water rafting. If you’re really dedicated to the waterfall hunt, you can also admire the Ohiopyle Falls. Check out the official website of Ohiopyle State Park.

Linn Run State Park

_ricky_fitts/ Instagram The most well-known waterfall at Linn Run State Park is Adams Falls, which you can access by taking the appropriately named Adams Falls Trail. There are other waterfalls here too, such as the pictured Fish Run Falls. For more information, stop by the official website of Linn Run State Park.

Jackson Falls

joecwad/ Instagram Jackson Falls consists of a series of three gorgeous waterfalls that can be found on Rattling Run. One of the falls is over 20 feet; the one above it is five feet, and the lower falls is 10 feet.

Freedom Falls

amberbaker/ Instagram Freedom Falls is located on Shull Run and is a bit of a hike to reach. It’s worth the trip, however - Freedom Falls is one of the most impressive waterfalls in the area. This site can give you some pretty good directions on how to find the waterfall.

Springfield Falls

Doug Kerr/ Flickr Springfield Falls, located about 40 miles away from Freedom Falls in Leesburg, is also much easier to locate. The waterfall cascades down 20 feet, and it’s perfect all year around. Read more about Springfield Falls.

Big Run Falls in New Castle

Big Run Falls is a unique location on our trip because the waterfall is manmade. and can be found in New Castle’s Cascade Metropark. The park used to be an amusement park.

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rachelsample89/ Instagram

Quakertown Falls is located in Hillsville, about an hour outside of Pittsburgh and one mile from the Ohio state border. The 50-foot waterfall is not clearly marked by any sign or official trail, so it can be a bit tricky to find. Look for a steep, dirt runoff from Route 224.

Scott Horvath/ Flickr

Cucumber Falls is only one of the gorgeous sights you’ll find in Ohiopyle State Park. The park is excellent for hiking, biking, camping, and water sports like white water rafting. If you’re really dedicated to the waterfall hunt, you can also admire the Ohiopyle Falls. Check out the official website of Ohiopyle State Park.

_ricky_fitts/ Instagram

The most well-known waterfall at Linn Run State Park is Adams Falls, which you can access by taking the appropriately named Adams Falls Trail. There are other waterfalls here too, such as the pictured Fish Run Falls. For more information, stop by the official website of Linn Run State Park.

joecwad/ Instagram

Jackson Falls consists of a series of three gorgeous waterfalls that can be found on Rattling Run. One of the falls is over 20 feet; the one above it is five feet, and the lower falls is 10 feet.

amberbaker/ Instagram

Freedom Falls is located on Shull Run and is a bit of a hike to reach. It’s worth the trip, however - Freedom Falls is one of the most impressive waterfalls in the area. This site can give you some pretty good directions on how to find the waterfall.

Doug Kerr/ Flickr

Springfield Falls, located about 40 miles away from Freedom Falls in Leesburg, is also much easier to locate. The waterfall cascades down 20 feet, and it’s perfect all year around. Read more about Springfield Falls.

Would you add any other waterfalls to this waterfall road trip in Western Pennsylvania? Which ones? Let us know in the comments! If you don’t have time for a road trip but really want to see waterfalls, visit Ricketts Glen State Park, home to 21 waterfalls.

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Address: Hillsville, PA 16116, USAAddress: Cucumber Falls, Stewart Township, PA 15431, USAAddress: Linn Run State Park, 770 Linn Run Rd, Rector, PA 15677, USAAddress: Jackson Falls, 930 Brownstown Rd, Apollo, PA 15613, USAAddress: 319-, 835 Rockland Station Rd, Kennerdell, PA 16374, USAAddress: Springfield Falls, PA 16156, USAAddress: New Castle, PA 16101, USA

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waterfall road trip in western pennsylvania September 04, 2020 Beth Price-Williams What are the best waterfall hikes in Pennsylvania? Most Pennsylvanians would likely agree that some of the best waterfalls in Pennsylvania can be found at Ricketts Glen State Park. The sprawling state park is home to 21 waterfalls, all of which you can see on the seven-mile Falls Trail. While the trail is considered difficult (and is closed in the winter), it’s definitely rewarding. Among the waterfalls along the trail are the 94-foot Ganoga Falls. If the Falls Trail is a bit too much, set off on the Highland Trail, which measures just over three miles. You can also catch a glimpse of all 21 waterfalls on the trail. What can I do with kids in Pennsylvania? Everyone loves waterfalls, right? Not sure where to see waterfalls in Pennsylvania? Bring the kiddos along to Ohiopyle State Park, which boasts three waterfalls. To reach Cucumber Falls, simply walk down a set of stairs. You can even walk behind the waterfall and feel the mist of the water as it cascades down. Less than a mile from Cucumber Falls, you’ll find Ohiopyle Falls, another easy-to-reach waterfall. Take a peek at the waterfalls from the Ohiopyle State Park Visitor Center or from one of the viewing areas. Ohiopyle State Park is also home to Jonathan Run Falls. Which state parks should I visit in Pennsylvania? For some of the best waterfalls in Pennsylvania, you’ll definitely want to visit Ricketts Glen State Park and Ohiopyle State Park. The picturesque Salt Springs State Park, in Montrose, is another top destination if you like waterfalls. It’s home to several waterfalls, which you’ll arrive at via the one-mile Fallbrook Trail. Although it’s not a state park, Bushkill Falls is also a must-visit destination for waterfall fans. Stroll along one of the trails that leads to eight flowing waterfalls. (There is an admission fee for Bushkill Falls, as it’s a private park.)

The OIYS Visitor Center

waterfall road trip in western pennsylvania

September 04, 2020

Beth Price-Williams

What are the best waterfall hikes in Pennsylvania? Most Pennsylvanians would likely agree that some of the best waterfalls in Pennsylvania can be found at Ricketts Glen State Park. The sprawling state park is home to 21 waterfalls, all of which you can see on the seven-mile Falls Trail. While the trail is considered difficult (and is closed in the winter), it’s definitely rewarding. Among the waterfalls along the trail are the 94-foot Ganoga Falls. If the Falls Trail is a bit too much, set off on the Highland Trail, which measures just over three miles. You can also catch a glimpse of all 21 waterfalls on the trail. What can I do with kids in Pennsylvania? Everyone loves waterfalls, right? Not sure where to see waterfalls in Pennsylvania? Bring the kiddos along to Ohiopyle State Park, which boasts three waterfalls. To reach Cucumber Falls, simply walk down a set of stairs. You can even walk behind the waterfall and feel the mist of the water as it cascades down. Less than a mile from Cucumber Falls, you’ll find Ohiopyle Falls, another easy-to-reach waterfall. Take a peek at the waterfalls from the Ohiopyle State Park Visitor Center or from one of the viewing areas. Ohiopyle State Park is also home to Jonathan Run Falls. Which state parks should I visit in Pennsylvania? For some of the best waterfalls in Pennsylvania, you’ll definitely want to visit Ricketts Glen State Park and Ohiopyle State Park. The picturesque Salt Springs State Park, in Montrose, is another top destination if you like waterfalls. It’s home to several waterfalls, which you’ll arrive at via the one-mile Fallbrook Trail. Although it’s not a state park, Bushkill Falls is also a must-visit destination for waterfall fans. Stroll along one of the trails that leads to eight flowing waterfalls. (There is an admission fee for Bushkill Falls, as it’s a private park.)

The OIYS Visitor Center

The OIYS Visitor Center

Most Pennsylvanians would likely agree that some of the best waterfalls in Pennsylvania can be found at Ricketts Glen State Park. The sprawling state park is home to 21 waterfalls, all of which you can see on the seven-mile Falls Trail. While the trail is considered difficult (and is closed in the winter), it’s definitely rewarding. Among the waterfalls along the trail are the 94-foot Ganoga Falls. If the Falls Trail is a bit too much, set off on the Highland Trail, which measures just over three miles. You can also catch a glimpse of all 21 waterfalls on the trail.

What can I do with kids in Pennsylvania?

Everyone loves waterfalls, right? Not sure where to see waterfalls in Pennsylvania? Bring the kiddos along to Ohiopyle State Park, which boasts three waterfalls. To reach Cucumber Falls, simply walk down a set of stairs. You can even walk behind the waterfall and feel the mist of the water as it cascades down. Less than a mile from Cucumber Falls, you’ll find Ohiopyle Falls, another easy-to-reach waterfall. Take a peek at the waterfalls from the Ohiopyle State Park Visitor Center or from one of the viewing areas. Ohiopyle State Park is also home to Jonathan Run Falls.

Which state parks should I visit in Pennsylvania?

For some of the best waterfalls in Pennsylvania, you’ll definitely want to visit Ricketts Glen State Park and Ohiopyle State Park. The picturesque Salt Springs State Park, in Montrose, is another top destination if you like waterfalls. It’s home to several waterfalls, which you’ll arrive at via the one-mile Fallbrook Trail. Although it’s not a state park, Bushkill Falls is also a must-visit destination for waterfall fans. Stroll along one of the trails that leads to eight flowing waterfalls. (There is an admission fee for Bushkill Falls, as it’s a private park.)