Waterfall Hikes Near Oldtown, MD

87 residents
New_York Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Oldtown? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Oldtown. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 39.5450°N, -78.6148°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Oldtown

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 12 gauged

3 of 12 waterfalls near Oldtown are flowing strongly today

Cole Run Falls Low Laurel Falls Low Gap Falls Strong Goods Falls Strong Lower Swallow Falls Moderate Muddy Creek Falls Moderate Upper Swallow Falls Moderate Tolliver Falls Moderate Mountain Falls Roaring Niagara Falls Moderate Winding Staircase Falls Moderate White Tail Falls Moderate

Updated 17 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 70°F

Aft 58°F Scattered Rain Showers
Fri 70°F Sunny Best
Sat 85°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 90°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 96°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 97°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 92°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Oldtown (7 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

45.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Swallow Falls waterfall

Lower Swallow Falls

38 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Muddy Creek Falls waterfall

Muddy Creek Falls

38 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Swallow Falls waterfall

Upper Swallow Falls

37.7 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 12 Waterfalls Near Oldtown

Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

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

Mountain Falls

37.2 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

45.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Swallow Falls waterfall

Lower Swallow Falls

38 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Muddy Creek Falls waterfall

Muddy Creek Falls

38 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Swallow Falls waterfall

Upper Swallow Falls

37.7 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tolliver Falls waterfall

Tolliver Falls

37.6 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gap Falls waterfall

Gap Falls

41.9 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Goods Falls waterfall

Goods Falls

40.6 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Winding Staircase Falls waterfall CC

Winding Staircase Falls

21.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
White Tail Falls waterfall

White Tail Falls

24.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cole Run Falls waterfall

Cole Run Falls

37.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Oldtown

Are there free waterfalls near Oldtown?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Oldtown, including Cole Run Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Oldtown?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Oldtown, including Cole Run Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Oldtown?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Oldtown, including Cole Run Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Oldtown?

The shortest waterfall hike near Oldtown is Cole Run Falls at 2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Oldtown?

The tallest waterfall near Oldtown is Muddy Creek Falls at 53 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Oldtown?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Oldtown have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Oldtown?

The closest waterfall to Oldtown is Niagara Falls, approximately 7.7 miles away.

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