Waterfall Hikes Near Falling Waters, WV

2,150 residents
New York Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Falling Waters? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Falling Waters. 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 39.5637°N, -77.8875°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Falling Waters

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

4 waterfalls near Falling Waters have live flow data today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 86°F

Aft 83°F Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 88°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sun 88°F Patchy Fog
Mon 88°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 86°F Sunny Best
Wed 89°F Sunny
Thu 88°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Falling Waters

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Niagara Falls Moderate · 213 cfs 62nd percentile
  2. 2 Cunningham Falls Barely Flowing · 41 cfs 8th percentile
  3. 3 The Cascade Barely Flowing · 7 cfs 1st percentile
  4. 4 Mountain Falls Barely Flowing · 10 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Falling Waters (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

37 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft
Cunningham Falls waterfall

Cunningham Falls

22.5 miles away
Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Falling Waters (3 waterfalls)

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

Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

46.8 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Falling Waters

The Cascade

37 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft
Cunningham Falls waterfall

Cunningham Falls

22.5 miles away
Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

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

Mountain Falls

46.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Falling Waters

Are there free waterfalls near Falling Waters?

There is 1 free waterfall near Falling Waters, including Niagara Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Falling Waters?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Falling Waters?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Falling Waters?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Falling Waters?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Falling Waters?

The tallest waterfall near Falling Waters is Cunningham Falls at 78 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Falling Waters?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Falling Waters have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Falling Waters?

The closest waterfall to Falling Waters is The Cascade, approximately 17.6 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

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5.0 mi 72°F

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Berkeley Springs

17.1 mi 72°F

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