A short, 30-foot bridal veil waterfall easily reached via Meadow Run Trail in Ohiopyle State Park.
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Cucumber Falls is a delicate 30-foot cascade on Cucumber Run within Ohiopyle State Park. The falls are accessed from Meadow Run Trail, with parking available on State Route 2019. The trail to the waterfall is rated as more difficult, marked with white medallions, though the distance is quite short.
The hike crosses over Cucumber Run and offers close views of this elegant bridal veil-type waterfall. The main trail section is smooth and level, but the area immediately around the falls itself can be slippery, especially after rain or during high-water events. Proceed with caution if water levels are elevated.
Dogs on leash are welcome, and Ohiopyle State Park offers many other hiking and paddling opportunities nearby. There is no entrance fee.
Spring through fall; avoid high-water periods when the trail adjacent to the waterfall can become slippery and unsafe.
15–20 minutes
High water events have made the trail dangerous or you need a fully wheelchair-accessible route.
No fee or permit requirement was published on the managing agency's site when we last checked — confirm current conditions before you go, since these change.
Via a 0.4-mile round-trip trail rated moderate by the managing agency.
Yes, per the managing agency's own page — but check current leash rules before you go.
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PA DCNR Recreational Guide PDF: 'This 30-foot bridal veil waterfall on Cucumber Run...is easily reached from Meadow Run Trail and has parking on SR 2019.' Current DCNR hiking page lists Cucumber Falls Trail as 0.4 mile, 'more difficult' hiking, marked with white medallions, 'susceptible to flooding during high water events.' Checked Sept 2026, no closure found.
Checked September 2026.