Waterfall Hikes Near Westminster, MD

20,099 residents
New York Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Westminster? There are 8 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Westminster. 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 39.5796°N, -77.0067°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Westminster

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 8 gauged

8 waterfalls near Westminster have live flow data today

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

Updated 33 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 83°F

Tod 87°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 82°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 83°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 86°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 86°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 83°F Sunny
Wed 86°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Westminster

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 The Cascade Moderate · 9 cfs 29th percentile
  2. 2 Cunningham Falls Moderate · 44 cfs 25th 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 Westminster (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

22.5 miles away
Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft

The Cascade

37 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Westminster (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 8 Waterfalls Near Westminster

Cunningham Falls waterfall

Cunningham Falls

22.5 miles away
Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft

The Cascade

37 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 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
Gilpins Falls waterfall

Gilpins Falls

45.9 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Westminster

Are there free waterfalls near Westminster?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Westminster?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Westminster?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Westminster?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Westminster?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Westminster?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Westminster?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Westminster?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Westminster have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Westminster?

The closest waterfall to Westminster is Cunningham Falls, approximately 22.2 miles away.

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