Waterfall Hikes Near Great Falls, VA

14,968 residents
New York Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Great Falls? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Great Falls. 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 39.0110°N, -77.3013°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Great Falls

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

3 waterfalls near Great Falls have live flow data today

Cunningham Falls Moderate Miller Falls Barely Flowing The Cascade Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 84°F

Sun 81°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 87°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 84°F Sunny Best
Wed 87°F Sunny
Thu 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 82°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 82°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Great Falls

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Cunningham Falls Moderate · 47 cfs 44th percentile
  2. 2 Miller Falls Low · 346 cfs 10th percentile
  3. 3 The Cascade Barely Flowing · 6 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Great Falls (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

All 3 Waterfalls Near Great Falls

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

Miller Falls

44 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Great Falls

Are there free waterfalls near Great Falls?

There is 1 free waterfall near Great Falls, including Miller Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Great Falls?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Great Falls?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Great Falls?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Great Falls?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Great Falls?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Great Falls?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Great Falls have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Great Falls?

The closest waterfall to Great Falls is The Cascade, approximately 34.2 miles away.

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