Waterfall Hikes Near Charlton, MD

323 residents
New York Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Charlton? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Charlton. 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 39.6344°N, -77.8944°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Charlton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

4 waterfalls near Charlton have live flow data today

Cunningham Falls Moderate Mountain Falls Barely Flowing Niagara Falls Moderate The Cascade Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 86°F

Aft 88°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 84°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 82°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 83°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 86°F Sunny Best
Sat 87°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 84°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Charlton

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Niagara Falls Moderate · 90 cfs 44th percentile
  2. 2 Cunningham Falls Moderate · 25 cfs 28th percentile
  3. 3 Mountain Falls Barely Flowing · 9 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 The Cascade Barely Flowing · 6 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Charlton (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

22.9 miles away
Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft

The Cascade

47.9 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Charlton (3 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

37.3 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Charlton

Cunningham Falls waterfall

Cunningham Falls

22.9 miles away
Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft

The Cascade

47.9 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

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

Mountain Falls

45.1 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Charlton

Are there free waterfalls near Charlton?

There is 1 free waterfall near Charlton, including Niagara Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Charlton?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Charlton?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Charlton?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Charlton?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Charlton?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Charlton?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Charlton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Charlton?

The closest waterfall to Charlton is Cunningham Falls, approximately 18 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

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8.7 mi 72°F

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Berkeley Springs

15.0 mi 72°F

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