Waterfall Hikes Near South Kensington, MD

8,371 residents
New York Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near South Kensington? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of South Kensington. These trails range from easy to easy difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 39.0188°N, -77.0785°W

Map of Waterfalls Near South Kensington

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

2 of 2 waterfalls near South Kensington are flowing strongly today

Cunningham Falls Roaring The Cascade Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 82°F

Aft 91°F Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 83°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 81°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 82°F Sunny Best
Tue 84°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 86°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 90°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near South Kensington

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

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near South Kensington (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

All 2 Waterfalls Near South Kensington

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near South Kensington

Are there easy waterfall hikes near South Kensington?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in South Kensington?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near South Kensington, including Cunningham Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near South Kensington?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near South Kensington, including Cunningham Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near South Kensington?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near South Kensington?

The tallest waterfall near South Kensington is Cunningham Falls at 78 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around South Kensington?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near South Kensington have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to South Kensington?

The closest waterfall to South Kensington is The Cascade, approximately 43.2 miles away.

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