Waterfall Hikes Near Pen Mar, PA

1,177 residents
New York Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Pen Mar? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Pen Mar. 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 39.7243°N, -77.5151°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Pen Mar

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

4 of 4 waterfalls near Pen Mar are flowing strongly today

Cunningham Falls Roaring Kilgores Rocks Strong Wiley Falls Strong The Cascade Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 78°F

Aft 86°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 80°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 78°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 78°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 81°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 83°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 85°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Pen Mar

Updated about 2 hours 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 Roaring · 28 cfs 90th percentile
  3. 3 Kilgores Rocks Strong · 63 cfs 82nd percentile
  4. 4 Wiley Falls Strong · 63 cfs 82nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Pen Mar (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 Pen Mar (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 4 Waterfalls Near Pen Mar

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

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 Pen Mar

Are there free waterfalls near Pen Mar?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Pen Mar, including Kilgores Rocks.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Pen Mar?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Pen Mar?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Pen Mar?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Pen Mar?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Pen Mar?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Pen Mar?

The tallest waterfall near Pen Mar is Cunningham Falls at 78 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Pen Mar?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Pen Mar have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Pen Mar?

The closest waterfall to Pen Mar is Cunningham Falls, approximately 6.4 miles away.

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