Waterfall Hikes Near Sykesville, MD

4,305 residents
New York Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Sykesville? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Sykesville. 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 39.3716°N, -76.9716°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Sykesville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 7 gauged

7 waterfalls near Sykesville have live flow data today

Conewago Falls Barely Flowing Conewago Falls Barely Flowing 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 · 84°F

Aft 87°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 84°F Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 83°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 86°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 86°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 84°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 85°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Sykesville

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Cunningham Falls Moderate · 47 cfs 31st percentile
  2. 2 The Cascade Moderate · 9 cfs 29th percentile
  3. 3 Kilgores Rocks Low · 43 cfs 13th percentile
  4. 4 Wiley Falls Low · 43 cfs 13th percentile
  5. 5 Conewago Falls Barely Flowing · 6 cfs 6th percentile
  6. 6 Conewago Falls Barely Flowing · 6 cfs 6th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Sykesville (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 Sykesville (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 7 Waterfalls Near Sykesville

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

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

Conewago Falls

38.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Conewago Falls

38.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Amos Falls

36.7 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Sykesville

Are there free waterfalls near Sykesville?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Sykesville, including Amos Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Sykesville?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Sykesville?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Sykesville?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Sykesville?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Sykesville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Sykesville is Amos Falls at 0.9 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Sykesville?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Sykesville?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Sykesville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Sykesville?

The closest waterfall to Sykesville is The Cascade, approximately 30.5 miles away.

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