Waterfall Hikes Near Great Cacapon, WV

740 residents
New York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Great Cacapon? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Great Cacapon. 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 39.6144°N, -78.2857°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Great Cacapon

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

5 waterfalls near Great Cacapon have live flow data today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 101°F

Aft 93°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 99°F Sunny
Thu 101°F Sunny Best
Fri 100°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 96°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 92°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 89°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Great Cacapon

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Laurel Falls Moderate · 620 cfs 67th percentile
  2. 2 Mountain Falls Moderate · 17 cfs 38th percentile
  3. 3 Niagara Falls Moderate · 104 cfs 33rd percentile
  4. 4 Cunningham Falls Low · 33 cfs 19th percentile
  5. 5 The Cascade Barely Flowing · 13 cfs 3rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Great Cacapon (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

Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft

The Cascade

11.7 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Great Cacapon (4 waterfalls)

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

Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

37.6 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

46.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Great Cacapon

Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

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

Mountain Falls

49.5 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cunningham Falls waterfall

Cunningham Falls

Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft

The Cascade

11.7 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

46.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Great Cacapon

Are there free waterfalls near Great Cacapon?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Great Cacapon, including Laurel Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Great Cacapon?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Great Cacapon?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Great Cacapon?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Great Cacapon?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Great Cacapon?

The tallest waterfall near Great Cacapon is Cunningham Falls at 78 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Great Cacapon?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Great Cacapon have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Great Cacapon?

The closest waterfall to Great Cacapon is Niagara Falls, approximately 12.5 miles away.

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