Waterfall Hikes Near Gettysburg, PA

7,709 residents
New York Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Gettysburg reaches south into the Catoctins for water. Cunningham Falls is the main draw, 78 feet of cascade at the end of a short walk in Maryland, about forty minutes down. The Cascade takes 2.2 miles through Michaux State Forest. Wiley Falls is a mile in. Six falls sit inside the radius and dogs are allowed throughout.

Located at 39.8304°N, -77.2339°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Gettysburg

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

6 waterfalls near Gettysburg have live flow data today

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

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Aft 80°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 79°F Sunny
Lab 79°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Tue 82°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Wed 86°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 84°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 77°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Gettysburg

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Cunningham Falls Moderate · 38 cfs 72nd percentile
  2. 2 The Cascade Moderate · 19 cfs 72nd percentile
  3. 3 Kilgores Rocks Moderate · 45 cfs 58th percentile
  4. 4 Wiley Falls Moderate · 45 cfs 58th percentile
  5. 5 Conewago Falls Moderate · 21 cfs 55th percentile
  6. 6 Conewago Falls Moderate · 21 cfs 55th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Gettysburg (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 Gettysburg (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 Gettysburg

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

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Gettysburg

Are there free waterfalls near Gettysburg?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Gettysburg?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Gettysburg?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Gettysburg?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Gettysburg?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Gettysburg?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Gettysburg?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Gettysburg?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Gettysburg have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Gettysburg?

The closest waterfall to Gettysburg is Cunningham Falls, approximately 19.8 miles away.

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