Waterfall Hikes Near Fulton, MD

5,435 residents
New York Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fulton? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Fulton. 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 39.1516°N, -76.9163°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Fulton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

4 waterfalls near Fulton have live flow data today

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 · 85°F

Aft 88°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 85°F Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 84°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 87°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 87°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 85°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 86°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Fulton

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

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Fulton (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 Fulton (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 4 Waterfalls Near Fulton

Wiley Falls

20.6 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

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
Kilgores Rocks waterfall

Kilgores Rocks

27.9 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Fulton

Are there free waterfalls near Fulton?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Fulton, including Kilgores Rocks.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Fulton?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Fulton?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Fulton?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Fulton?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Fulton?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Fulton?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Fulton?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Fulton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Fulton?

The closest waterfall to Fulton is Wiley Falls, approximately 42.8 miles away.

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