Waterfall Hikes Near Emmitsburg, MD

2,818 residents
New York Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Emmitsburg? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Emmitsburg. 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 39.7051°N, -77.3217°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Emmitsburg

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

6 waterfalls near Emmitsburg have live flow data today

Conewago Falls Barely Flowing Conewago Falls Barely Flowing Cunningham Falls Moderate Kilgores Rocks Low Wiley Falls Low The Cascade Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 84°F

Aft 86°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 84°F Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 84°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Sun 86°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 84°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 85°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Emmitsburg

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 The Cascade Moderate · 9 cfs 29th percentile
  2. 2 Cunningham Falls Moderate · 44 cfs 25th percentile
  3. 3 Kilgores Rocks Low · 43 cfs 13th percentile
  4. 4 Wiley Falls Low · 43 cfs 13th percentile
  5. 5 Conewago Falls Barely Flowing · 6 cfs 6th percentile
  6. 6 Conewago Falls Barely Flowing · 6 cfs 6th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Emmitsburg (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

22.5 miles away
Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft

The Cascade

37 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Emmitsburg (4 waterfalls)

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

Wiley Falls

20.6 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kilgores Rocks waterfall

Kilgores Rocks

27.9 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near Emmitsburg

Cunningham Falls waterfall

Cunningham Falls

22.5 miles away
Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft

The Cascade

37 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft

Wiley Falls

20.6 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kilgores Rocks waterfall

Kilgores Rocks

27.9 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Conewago Falls

38.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Conewago Falls

38.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Emmitsburg

Are there free waterfalls near Emmitsburg?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Emmitsburg, including Conewago Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Emmitsburg?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Emmitsburg?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Emmitsburg?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Emmitsburg?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Emmitsburg?

The shortest waterfall hike near Emmitsburg is Conewago Falls at 0.9 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Emmitsburg?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Emmitsburg?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Emmitsburg have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Emmitsburg?

The closest waterfall to Emmitsburg is Cunningham Falls, approximately 9.9 miles away.

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