Waterfall Hikes Near Shepherdstown, WV

1,612 residents
New York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

College kids in Shepherdstown cross the Potomac for most of their waterfall walking. Cunningham Falls over in Maryland drops 78 feet after nine tenths of a mile of trail and 200 feet of climb, dogs allowed. The Cascade stretches things out to 2.2 miles of gentle grade. The local Niagara Falls, a half mile walk, mostly earns its keep as a name to surprise visitors with. Five falls land in the radius, so trips from here stay short and the canal towpath fills whatever daylight is left.

Located at 39.4320°N, -77.8046°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Shepherdstown

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

5 waterfalls near Shepherdstown have live flow data today

Cunningham Falls Moderate Miller Falls Moderate Mountain Falls Moderate Niagara Falls Moderate The Cascade Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Mostly Sunny · 82°F

Aft 81°F Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 82°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 82°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 85°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 89°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 86°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 81°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Shepherdstown

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Mountain Falls Moderate · 18 cfs 74th percentile
  2. 2 The Cascade Moderate · 19 cfs 72nd percentile
  3. 3 Cunningham Falls Moderate · 34 cfs 59th percentile
  4. 4 Miller Falls Moderate · 362 cfs 57th percentile
  5. 5 Niagara Falls Moderate · 95 cfs 30th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Shepherdstown (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 Shepherdstown (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 5 Waterfalls Near Shepherdstown

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
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

22.7 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mountain Falls waterfall

Mountain Falls

45.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Miller Falls

40.8 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Shepherdstown

Are there free waterfalls near Shepherdstown?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Shepherdstown, including Miller Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Shepherdstown?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Shepherdstown?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Shepherdstown?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Shepherdstown?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Shepherdstown?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Shepherdstown?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Shepherdstown have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Shepherdstown?

The closest waterfall to Shepherdstown is The Cascade, approximately 16 miles away.

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