Waterfall Hikes Near Essex, MD

40,842 residents

New_York Time Zone

4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Essex? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Essex. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 39.3021°N, -76.4449°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Essex

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4 of 4 waterfalls near Essex are flowing strongly today

Amos Falls Strong Gilpins Falls Roaring Kilgores Rocks Roaring Wiley Falls Roaring

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Best Day to Hike

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Mostly Sunny · 70°F

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Sat 81°F Sunny

Sun 88°F Mostly Sunny

Mon 90°F Sunny

Tue 92°F Sunny

Wed 92°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Thu 83°F Chance Rain Showers

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Essex (2 waterfalls)

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

Kilgores Rocks waterfall

Kilgores Rocks

38.6 miles away

Maryland

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Wiley Falls

42.9 miles away

Maryland

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Essex

Kilgores Rocks waterfall

Kilgores Rocks

38.6 miles away

Maryland

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Wiley Falls

42.9 miles away

Maryland

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Amos Falls

46.9 miles away

Maryland

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Gilpins Falls waterfall

Gilpins Falls

41.4 miles away

Maryland

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Essex

Are there free waterfalls near Essex?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Essex, including Amos Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Essex?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Essex, including Kilgores Rocks.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Essex?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Essex, including Kilgores Rocks.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Essex?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Essex?

The shortest waterfall hike near Essex is Amos Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Essex?

The tallest waterfall near Essex is Kilgores Rocks at 17 feet.

What is the closest waterfall to Essex?

The closest waterfall to Essex is Kilgores Rocks, approximately 19.8 miles away.

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