Waterfall Hikes Near Leitersburg, MD

355 residents
New York Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Leitersburg? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Leitersburg. 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 39.6928°N, -77.6206°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Leitersburg

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

3 of 4 waterfalls near Leitersburg are flowing strongly today

Cunningham Falls Roaring Niagara Falls Moderate Wiley Falls Strong The Cascade Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Aft 88°F Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 82°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 80°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 80°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 82°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 84°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 86°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Leitersburg

Updated about 1 hour 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 Wiley Falls Strong · 60 cfs 80th percentile
  4. 4 Niagara Falls Moderate · 104 cfs 33rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Leitersburg (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 Leitersburg (4 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

Wiley Falls

34.2 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Leitersburg

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

Wiley Falls

34.2 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Leitersburg

Are there free waterfalls near Leitersburg?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Leitersburg, including Niagara Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Leitersburg?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Leitersburg?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Leitersburg?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Leitersburg?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Leitersburg?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Leitersburg?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Leitersburg have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Leitersburg?

The closest waterfall to Leitersburg is Cunningham Falls, approximately 9.3 miles away.

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29.4 mi 72°F

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