Waterfall Hikes Near Highland, MD

927 residents
New York Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Highland? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Highland. 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 39.1814°N, -76.9570°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Highland

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

4 waterfalls near Highland have live flow data today

Cunningham Falls Moderate Kilgores Rocks Low Wiley Falls Low The Cascade Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 85°F

Aft 87°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 85°F Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 84°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 86°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 86°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 85°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 85°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Highland

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 The Cascade Moderate · 9 cfs 29th percentile
  2. 2 Cunningham Falls Moderate · 44 cfs 25th percentile
  3. 3 Kilgores Rocks Low · 43 cfs 13th percentile
  4. 4 Wiley Falls Low · 43 cfs 13th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Highland (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

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

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

Wiley Falls

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

Kilgores Rocks

27.9 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Highland

The Cascade

37 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft

Wiley Falls

20.6 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cunningham Falls waterfall

Cunningham Falls

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

Kilgores Rocks

27.9 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Highland

Are there free waterfalls near Highland?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Highland, including Kilgores Rocks.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Highland?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Highland?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Highland?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Highland?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Highland?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Highland?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Highland?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Highland have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Highland?

The closest waterfall to Highland is The Cascade, approximately 40.4 miles away.

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