Waterfall Hikes Near Olney, MD

35,522 residents
New York Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Olney? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Olney. 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 39.1465°N, -77.0715°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Olney

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

3 waterfalls near Olney have live flow data today

Cunningham Falls Moderate Wiley Falls Moderate The Cascade Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 80°F

Sun 81°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 80°F Sunny Best
Tue 83°F Sunny
Wed 86°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 87°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 79°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Sat 81°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Olney

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 · 18 cfs 71st percentile
  3. 3 Wiley Falls Moderate · 45 cfs 58th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Olney (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.

The Cascade

13.2 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft
Cunningham Falls waterfall

Cunningham Falls

33.1 miles away
Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Olney (3 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

All 3 Waterfalls Near Olney

The Cascade

13.2 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft
Cunningham Falls waterfall

Cunningham Falls

33.1 miles away
Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft

Wiley Falls

34.2 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Olney

Are there free waterfalls near Olney?

There is 1 free waterfall near Olney, including Wiley Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Olney?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Olney?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Olney?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Olney?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Olney?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Olney?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Olney have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Olney?

The closest waterfall to Olney is The Cascade, approximately 37.3 miles away.

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