Waterfall Hikes Near Oldtown, MD

87 residents
New York Time Zone
13 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Oldtown? There are 13 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Oldtown. 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 39.5450°N, -78.6148°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Oldtown

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

13 of 13 gauged

1 of 13 waterfalls near Oldtown is flowing strongly today

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

Updated 12 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 87°F

Aft 87°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 84°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 84°F Areas Of Fog then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sun 88°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 86°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Wed 87°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Oldtown

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Niagara Falls Moderate · 220 cfs 69th percentile
  2. 2 Cole Run Falls Moderate · 779 cfs 64th percentile
  3. 3 Laurel Falls Moderate · 779 cfs 64th percentile
  4. 4 Winding Staircase Falls Moderate · 781 cfs 63rd percentile
  5. 5 White Tail Falls Moderate · 781 cfs 63rd percentile
  6. 6 Lower Swallow Falls Moderate · 171 cfs 60th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Oldtown (1 waterfall)

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 Oldtown (8 waterfalls)

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

Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

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

Laurel Falls

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

Lower Swallow Falls

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

Muddy Creek Falls

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

Upper Swallow Falls

20.4 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 13 Waterfalls Near Oldtown

Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

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

Mountain Falls

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

Laurel Falls

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

Lower Swallow Falls

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

Muddy Creek Falls

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

Upper Swallow Falls

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

Tolliver Falls

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

Gap Falls

24.6 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Goods Falls

39.4 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

The Cascade

37 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft

Winding Staircase Falls

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

White Tail Falls

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

Cole Run Falls

49.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Oldtown

Are there free waterfalls near Oldtown?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Oldtown, including Cole Run Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Oldtown?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Oldtown, including The Cascade.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Oldtown?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Oldtown, including Cole Run Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Oldtown?

There are 8 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 2.0 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, 11 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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