Waterfall Hikes Near Scotland, PA

1,179 residents
New York Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Scotland? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Scotland. 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 39.9697°N, -77.5844°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Scotland

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

1 of 4 waterfalls near Scotland is flowing strongly today

Conewago Falls Moderate Conewago Falls Moderate Cunningham Falls Moderate The Cascade Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 83°F

Tod 85°F Partly Sunny
Thu 87°F Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 83°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 86°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 84°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 83°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Scotland

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 The Cascade Strong · 17 cfs 79th percentile
  2. 2 Cunningham Falls Moderate · 52 cfs 57th percentile
  3. 3 Conewago Falls Moderate · 8 cfs 35th percentile
  4. 4 Conewago Falls Moderate · 8 cfs 35th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Scotland (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

46.4 miles away
Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft

The Cascade

47.7 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Scotland

Cunningham Falls waterfall

Cunningham Falls

46.4 miles away
Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft

The Cascade

47.7 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft

Conewago Falls

24.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Conewago Falls

25.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Scotland

Are there free waterfalls near Scotland?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Scotland, including Conewago Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Scotland?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Scotland?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Scotland, including Cunningham Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Scotland?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Scotland, including Cunningham Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Scotland?

The shortest waterfall hike near Scotland is Conewago Falls at 0.9 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Scotland?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Scotland?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Scotland have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Scotland?

The closest waterfall to Scotland is Cunningham Falls, approximately 21.3 miles away.

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