Waterfall Hikes Near Fairfield, PA

683 residents
New York Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fairfield? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Fairfield. 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 39.7891°N, -77.3698°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Fairfield

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

4 of 6 waterfalls near Fairfield are flowing strongly today

Conewago Falls Moderate Conewago Falls Moderate Cunningham Falls Strong Kilgores Rocks Strong Wiley Falls Strong The Cascade Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 78°F

Aft 89°F Partly Sunny
Sat 80°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then 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 86°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Fairfield

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 The Cascade Strong · 25 cfs 88th percentile
  2. 2 Cunningham Falls Strong · 40 cfs 82nd percentile
  3. 3 Kilgores Rocks Strong · 56 cfs 78th percentile
  4. 4 Wiley Falls Strong · 56 cfs 78th percentile
  5. 5 Conewago Falls Moderate · 43 cfs 67th percentile
  6. 6 Conewago Falls Moderate · 43 cfs 67th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Fairfield (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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Fairfield (4 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Wiley Falls

34.2 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kilgores Rocks waterfall

Kilgores Rocks

48.2 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near Fairfield

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

Wiley Falls

34.2 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Conewago Falls

44.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Conewago Falls

44.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kilgores Rocks waterfall

Kilgores Rocks

48.2 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Fairfield

Are there free waterfalls near Fairfield?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Fairfield, including Conewago Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Fairfield?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Fairfield?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Fairfield, including Cunningham Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Fairfield?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Fairfield, including Cunningham Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Fairfield?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Fairfield, including Kilgores Rocks.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Fairfield?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Fairfield?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Fairfield?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Fairfield have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Fairfield?

The closest waterfall to Fairfield is Cunningham Falls, approximately 12 miles away.

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