Waterfall Hikes Near Hanover, PA
within 50 miles
Maryland gets most of Hanover's waterfall traffic. Cunningham Falls, 78 feet tall, sits at the end of nine tenths of a mile with about 200 feet of climbing. Kilgores Rocks earns the July trips, since the creek drops 17 feet there into water deep enough to swim, 1.3 miles round trip. Closer to home, The Cascade rolls along for 2.2 gentle miles, Wiley Falls for one flat mile, and Conewago Falls spreads across the Susquehanna northeast of town. Dogs can walk every listed trail among these seven falls.
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Water Flow
7 waterfalls near Hanover have live flow data today
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Flowing best right now near Hanover
Updated about 2 hours agoRanked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.
- 1 Amos Falls Barely Flowing · 9290 cfs 5th percentile
- 2 The Cascade Barely Flowing · 8 cfs 5th percentile
- 3 Conewago Falls Barely Flowing · 9 cfs 0th percentile
- 4 Conewago Falls Barely Flowing · 9 cfs 0th percentile
- 5 Cunningham Falls Barely Flowing · 24 cfs 0th percentile
- 6 Kilgores Rocks Barely Flowing · 34 cfs 0th percentile
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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.
🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Hanover (4 waterfalls)
Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.
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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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