Waterfall Hikes Near Fayetteville, PA

2,745 residents
New York Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fayetteville? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Fayetteville. 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 39.9114°N, -77.5652°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Fayetteville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

2 of 4 waterfalls near Fayetteville are flowing strongly today

Conewago Falls Moderate Conewago Falls Moderate Cunningham Falls Strong The Cascade Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 79°F

Aft 86°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 81°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 79°F Sunny Best
Lab 80°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 83°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 87°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 86°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Fayetteville

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Cunningham Falls Strong · 44 cfs 89th percentile
  2. 2 The Cascade Strong · 23 cfs 86th percentile
  3. 3 Conewago Falls Moderate · 43 cfs 67th percentile
  4. 4 Conewago Falls Moderate · 43 cfs 67th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Fayetteville (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

33.1 miles away
Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft

The Cascade

13.2 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Fayetteville

Cunningham Falls waterfall

Cunningham Falls

33.1 miles away
Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft

The Cascade

13.2 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft

Conewago Falls

44.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Conewago Falls

44.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Fayetteville

Are there free waterfalls near Fayetteville?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Fayetteville, including Conewago Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Fayetteville?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Fayetteville?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Fayetteville?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Fayetteville?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Fayetteville?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Fayetteville?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Fayetteville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Fayetteville?

The closest waterfall to Fayetteville is Cunningham Falls, approximately 17.6 miles away.

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