Waterfall Hikes Near Carlisle, PA

20,846 residents
New York Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Carlisle? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Carlisle. 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 40.2000°N, -77.2034°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Carlisle

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

2 of 4 waterfalls near Carlisle are flowing strongly today

Conewago Falls Moderate Conewago Falls Moderate Cunningham Falls Roaring The Cascade Strong

Updated 26 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 78°F

Aft 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 81°F Partly Sunny
Sun 78°F Sunny Best
Lab 79°F Areas Of Fog then Sunny
Tue 82°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 86°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 85°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Carlisle

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Cunningham Falls Roaring · 45 cfs 91st percentile
  2. 2 The Cascade Strong · 26 cfs 89th percentile
  3. 3 Conewago Falls Moderate · 55 cfs 68th percentile
  4. 4 Conewago Falls Moderate · 55 cfs 68th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Carlisle (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.

Cunningham Falls waterfall

Cunningham Falls

33.1 miles away
Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft

The Cascade

13.2 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Carlisle

Conewago Falls

44.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Conewago Falls

44.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cunningham Falls waterfall

Cunningham Falls

33.1 miles away
Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft

The Cascade

13.2 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Carlisle

Are there free waterfalls near Carlisle?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Carlisle, including Conewago Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Carlisle?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Carlisle, including Cunningham Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Carlisle?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Carlisle, including Cunningham Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Carlisle?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Carlisle, including Cunningham Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Carlisle?

The shortest waterfall hike near Carlisle is Conewago Falls at 0.9 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Carlisle?

The tallest waterfall near Carlisle is Cunningham Falls at 78 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Carlisle?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Carlisle have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Carlisle?

The closest waterfall to Carlisle is Conewago Falls, approximately 24 miles away.

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