Waterfall Hikes Near Hanover, PA

16,411 residents
New York Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hanover? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Hanover. 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 39.8118°N, -76.9836°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hanover

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 7 gauged

7 waterfalls near Hanover have live flow data today

Amos Falls Low Conewago Falls Barely Flowing Conewago Falls Barely Flowing Cunningham Falls Barely Flowing Kilgores Rocks Barely Flowing Wiley Falls Barely Flowing The Cascade Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 88°F

Aft 81°F Mostly Cloudy
Wed 87°F Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 93°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 94°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 88°F Sunny Best
Sun 90°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 85°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hanover (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

47.7 miles away
Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft

The Cascade

28.2 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Hanover (4 waterfalls)

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

Wiley Falls

28.2 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kilgores Rocks waterfall

Kilgores Rocks

32.5 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 7 Waterfalls Near Hanover

Wiley Falls

28.2 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Conewago Falls

19 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Conewago Falls

18.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cunningham Falls waterfall

Cunningham Falls

47.7 miles away
Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft
Kilgores Rocks waterfall

Kilgores Rocks

32.5 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

The Cascade

28.2 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft

Amos Falls

41.9 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hanover

Are there free waterfalls near Hanover?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Hanover, including Amos Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hanover?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hanover?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hanover?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Hanover?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hanover?

The shortest waterfall hike near Hanover is Amos Falls at 0.9 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Hanover?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hanover?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Hanover have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hanover?

The closest waterfall to Hanover is Wiley Falls, approximately 26 miles away.

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