Waterfall Hikes Near Little Orleans, MD

64 residents
New York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Little Orleans? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Little Orleans. 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 39.6300°N, -78.3949°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Little Orleans

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

2 of 5 waterfalls near Little Orleans are flowing strongly today

Cunningham Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Roaring Mountain Falls Strong Niagara Falls Moderate The Cascade Moderate

Updated 24 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 92°F

Mon 87°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 92°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 99°F Sunny
Thu 102°F Sunny
Fri 100°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 97°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 94°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Little Orleans

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Laurel Falls Roaring · 1890 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Mountain Falls Strong · 21 cfs 78th percentile
  3. 3 Niagara Falls Moderate · 115 cfs 59th percentile
  4. 4 The Cascade Moderate · 15 cfs 41st percentile
  5. 5 Cunningham Falls Moderate · 35 cfs 29th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Little Orleans (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

Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft

The Cascade

11.7 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Little Orleans (4 waterfalls)

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

Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

37.6 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

46.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Little Orleans

Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

37.6 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mountain Falls waterfall

Mountain Falls

49.5 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cunningham Falls waterfall

Cunningham Falls

Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

46.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

The Cascade

11.7 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Little Orleans

Are there free waterfalls near Little Orleans?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Little Orleans, including Laurel Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Little Orleans?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Little Orleans?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Little Orleans?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Little Orleans?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Little Orleans?

The tallest waterfall near Little Orleans is Cunningham Falls at 78 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Little Orleans?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Little Orleans have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Little Orleans?

The closest waterfall to Little Orleans is Niagara Falls, approximately 8.6 miles away.

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