Waterfall Hikes Near Harpers Ferry, WV

301 residents
New York Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Two rivers meet at Harpers Ferry and the falls scatter into the hills beyond them. Cunningham Falls across in Maryland stands 78 feet tall, reached by a 0.9 mile trail climbing 200 feet, with dogs welcome. The Cascade runs 2.2 miles. Greasy Falls adds a 2 mile walk with 300 feet of gain. Six falls land within the radius, and hikers in town for the Appalachian Trail tend to treat them as recovery day strolls.

Located at 39.3252°N, -77.7410°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Harpers Ferry

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

6 waterfalls near Harpers Ferry have live flow data today

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 85°F

Aft 80°F Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 86°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sun 85°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 86°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 85°F Sunny Best
Wed 87°F Sunny
Thu 87°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Harpers Ferry

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Niagara Falls Moderate · 213 cfs 62nd percentile
  2. 2 Greasy Falls Low · 346 cfs 23rd percentile
  3. 3 Miller Falls Low · 346 cfs 23rd percentile
  4. 4 Cunningham Falls Barely Flowing · 41 cfs 8th percentile
  5. 5 The Cascade Barely Flowing · 7 cfs 1st percentile
  6. 6 Mountain Falls Barely Flowing · 10 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Harpers Ferry (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.

37 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft
22.5 miles away
Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Harpers Ferry (3 waterfalls)

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

46.8 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near Harpers Ferry

37 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft
22.5 miles away
Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft
46.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
46.8 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
44 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
46.8 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Harpers Ferry

Are there free waterfalls near Harpers Ferry?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Harpers Ferry, including Miller Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Harpers Ferry?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Harpers Ferry?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Harpers Ferry, including Cunningham Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Harpers Ferry?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Harpers Ferry, including Cunningham Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Harpers Ferry?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Harpers Ferry?

The tallest waterfall near Harpers Ferry is Cunningham Falls at 78 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Harpers Ferry?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Harpers Ferry have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Harpers Ferry?

The closest waterfall to Harpers Ferry is The Cascade, approximately 18.5 miles away.

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