Waterfall Hikes Near Harrisburg, PA

498,329 residents
New York Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Harrisburg's list runs short, four falls in fifty miles, and the Susquehanna holds the nearest. Conewago Falls spreads across the river below York Haven Dam, an easy trip downriver from the capital. Wiley Falls is a flat mile out and back with dogs allowed. The best half day is Kilgores Rocks in Maryland, where 1.3 miles of walking ends at a 17 foot fall pouring into a swimming hole you are allowed to use. Pack a towel in summer.

Located at 40.2752°N, -76.8843°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Harrisburg

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

2 of 4 waterfalls near Harrisburg are flowing strongly today

Conewago Falls Moderate Conewago Falls Moderate Kilgores Rocks Strong Wiley Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 78°F

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

Flowing best right now near Harrisburg

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Kilgores Rocks Strong · 60 cfs 80th percentile
  2. 2 Wiley Falls Strong · 60 cfs 80th percentile
  3. 3 Conewago Falls Moderate · 49 cfs 68th percentile
  4. 4 Conewago Falls Moderate · 49 cfs 68th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Harrisburg (2 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 4 Waterfalls Near Harrisburg

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

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 Harrisburg

Are there free waterfalls near Harrisburg?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Harrisburg?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Harrisburg, including Kilgores Rocks.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Harrisburg?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Harrisburg, including Kilgores Rocks.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Harrisburg?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Harrisburg?

The shortest waterfall hike near Harrisburg is Conewago Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Harrisburg?

The tallest waterfall near Harrisburg is Kilgores Rocks at 17 feet.

What is the closest waterfall to Harrisburg?

The closest waterfall to Harrisburg is Conewago Falls, approximately 14.2 miles away.

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