Waterfall Hikes Near Hagerstown, MD

195,261 residents
New York Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Hagerstown reaches its waterfalls by driving east over South Mountain toward Thurmont. Cunningham Falls comes down 78 feet in the Catoctins there, with 0.9 miles of walking and 200 feet of climb to see it. The Cascade takes 2.2 miles out and back. Niagara Falls, the Maryland one, is an easy half mile. Three falls inside the radius, all of them open to dogs, so plan on a half day with time left over.

Located at 39.6401°N, -77.7217°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hagerstown

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

2 of 3 waterfalls near Hagerstown are flowing strongly today

Cunningham Falls Strong Niagara Falls Moderate The Cascade Strong

Updated 42 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Mostly Sunny · 81°F

Aft 90°F Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 82°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 81°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 81°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 83°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 85°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 87°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Hagerstown

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 Niagara Falls Moderate · 102 cfs 30th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hagerstown (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 Hagerstown (3 waterfalls)

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

Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

22.7 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 3 Waterfalls Near Hagerstown

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
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

22.7 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hagerstown

Are there free waterfalls near Hagerstown?

There is 1 free waterfall near Hagerstown, including Niagara Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hagerstown?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hagerstown?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Hagerstown, including Cunningham Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hagerstown?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Hagerstown, including Cunningham Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hagerstown?

The shortest waterfall hike near Hagerstown is Cunningham Falls at 0.9 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Hagerstown?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hagerstown?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Hagerstown have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hagerstown?

The closest waterfall to Hagerstown is Cunningham Falls, approximately 11 miles away.

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