Waterfall Hikes Near York, PA

247,176 residents
New York Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near York? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of York. 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 39.9651°N, -76.7315°W

Map of Waterfalls Near York

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 7 gauged

3 of 7 waterfalls near York are flowing strongly today

Amos Falls Strong Conewago Falls Moderate Conewago Falls Moderate Cunningham Falls Moderate Gilpins Falls Moderate Kilgores Rocks Strong Wiley Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 84°F

Aft 84°F Mostly Sunny Best
Mon 86°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Tue 92°F Sunny
Wed 100°F Sunny
Thu 93°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 92°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 90°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near York

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Kilgores Rocks Strong · 68 cfs 87th percentile
  2. 2 Wiley Falls Strong · 68 cfs 87th percentile
  3. 3 Amos Falls Strong · 19100 cfs 75th percentile
  4. 4 Gilpins Falls Moderate · 33 cfs 49th percentile
  5. 5 Conewago Falls Moderate · 15 cfs 39th percentile
  6. 6 Conewago Falls Moderate · 15 cfs 39th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near York (1 waterfall)

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

32.8 miles away
Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around York (3 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Wiley Falls

23.6 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kilgores Rocks waterfall

Kilgores Rocks

34.3 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 7 Waterfalls Near York

Conewago Falls

26.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Conewago Falls

26.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wiley Falls

23.6 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kilgores Rocks waterfall

Kilgores Rocks

34.3 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Amos Falls

37.3 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cunningham Falls waterfall

Cunningham Falls

32.8 miles away
Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft
Gilpins Falls waterfall

Gilpins Falls

35.8 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near York

Are there free waterfalls near York?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near York?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near York, including Cunningham Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in York?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near York, including Cunningham Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near York?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near York, including Cunningham Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near York?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near York?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near York?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around York?

Yes, 1 waterfall near York has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to York?

The closest waterfall to York is Conewago Falls, approximately 8.3 miles away.

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