Waterfall Hikes Near Towson, MD

57,617 residents
New York Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Baltimore's waterfalls sit closer to Towson than to Baltimore itself, since the whole list leans north. Kilgores Rocks makes the payoff trip, seventeen feet of water spilling into a swimmable pool, reached by 1.3 miles on foot with the dog along. Cunningham Falls out in the Catoctins runs 78 feet tall; count on nine tenths of a mile and a 200 foot climb. The Cascade stretches 2.2 easy miles. Wiley Falls covers one level mile. Eight in range, though Gilpins and Conewago still lack trail numbers.

Located at 39.3944°N, -76.6190°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Towson

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 8 gauged

1 of 8 waterfalls near Towson is flowing strongly today

Amos Falls Roaring Conewago Falls Moderate Conewago Falls Moderate Cunningham Falls Low Gilpins Falls Low Kilgores Rocks Moderate Wiley Falls Moderate The Cascade Barely Flowing

Updated 42 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 74°F

Aft 63°F Isolated Rain Showers
Mon 69°F Isolated Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Tue 74°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 78°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 82°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 81°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 69°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Towson

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Gilpins Falls Roaring · 225 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Amos Falls Roaring · 62200 cfs 98th percentile
  3. 3 Conewago Falls Moderate · 33 cfs 71st percentile
  4. 4 Conewago Falls Moderate · 33 cfs 71st percentile
  5. 5 Kilgores Rocks Moderate · 51 cfs 56th percentile
  6. 6 Wiley Falls Moderate · 51 cfs 56th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Towson (4 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.

LiDAR terrain view around Wiley Falls in Maryland, about 113 feet of drop LiDAR

Wiley Falls

18.3 miles away
Maryland
Easy
1.0 miles Unknown
Kilgores Rocks waterfall

Kilgores Rocks

22.6 miles away
Maryland
Easy
1.3 miles Unknown

All 8 Waterfalls Near Towson

LiDAR terrain view around Wiley Falls in Maryland, about 113 feet of drop LiDAR

Wiley Falls

18.3 miles away
Maryland
Easy
1.0 miles Unknown
Kilgores Rocks waterfall

Kilgores Rocks

22.6 miles away
Maryland
Easy
1.3 miles Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around Amos Falls in Maryland LiDAR

Amos Falls

32.1 miles away
Maryland
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around Conewago Falls in Pennsylvania LiDAR

Conewago Falls

39.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around Conewago Falls in Pennsylvania LiDAR

Conewago Falls

40.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Gilpins Falls waterfall

Gilpins Falls

40.6 miles away
Maryland
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around The Cascade in Maryland, about 158 feet of drop LiDAR

The Cascade

44.3 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft
Cunningham Falls waterfall

Cunningham Falls

47.6 miles away
Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Towson

Are there free waterfalls near Towson?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Towson?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Towson, including Cunningham Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Towson?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Towson?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Towson?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Towson?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Towson?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Towson?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Towson have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Towson?

The closest waterfall to Towson is Wiley Falls, approximately 18.3 miles away.

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