Waterfall Hikes Near Waterford, VA

248 residents
New York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Waterford? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Waterford. 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 39.1859°N, -77.6109°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Waterford

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

2 of 5 waterfalls near Waterford are flowing strongly today

Cunningham Falls Strong Greasy Falls Barely Flowing Miller Falls Barely Flowing Mountain Falls Moderate The Cascade Strong

Updated 44 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Aft 91°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 83°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 80°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 81°F Sunny
Tue 84°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 88°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 89°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Waterford

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 The Cascade Strong · 25 cfs 88th percentile
  2. 2 Cunningham Falls Strong · 40 cfs 82nd percentile
  3. 3 Mountain Falls Moderate · 13 cfs 25th percentile
  4. 4 Greasy Falls Barely Flowing · 323 cfs 8th percentile
  5. 5 Miller Falls Barely Flowing · 323 cfs 8th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Waterford (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 5 Waterfalls Near Waterford

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
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
Greasy Falls waterfall

Greasy Falls

43.6 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Waterford

Are there free waterfalls near Waterford?

There is 1 free waterfall near Waterford, including Miller Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Waterford?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Waterford?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Waterford?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Waterford?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Waterford?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Waterford?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Waterford have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Waterford?

The closest waterfall to Waterford is The Cascade, approximately 19.8 miles away.

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