Waterfall Hikes Near Woodsboro, MD

1,240 residents
New York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Woodsboro? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Woodsboro. 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 39.5328°N, -77.3097°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Woodsboro

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

5 waterfalls near Woodsboro have live flow data today

Cunningham Falls Moderate Kilgores Rocks Low Wiley Falls Low Niagara Falls Moderate The Cascade Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 84°F

Aft 88°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 83°F Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 84°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
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 Woodsboro

Updated about 3 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 The Cascade Moderate · 9 cfs 29th percentile
  3. 3 Cunningham Falls Moderate · 44 cfs 25th percentile
  4. 4 Kilgores Rocks Low · 43 cfs 13th percentile
  5. 5 Wiley Falls Low · 43 cfs 13th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Woodsboro (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 Woodsboro (5 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
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

46.8 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Woodsboro

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
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

46.8 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Woodsboro

Are there free waterfalls near Woodsboro?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Woodsboro, including Kilgores Rocks.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Woodsboro?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Woodsboro?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Woodsboro, including Cunningham Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Woodsboro?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Woodsboro, including Cunningham Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Woodsboro?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Woodsboro?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Woodsboro?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Woodsboro?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Woodsboro have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Woodsboro?

The closest waterfall to Woodsboro is The Cascade, approximately 9.9 miles away.

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