Waterfalls near Baltimore, MD
5 waterfalls within 75 miles · 5 with detail pages · 3 within 25 miles
This page lists every named waterfall in our database within driving distance of Baltimore, sorted by how far they are. Distances are straight-line; drive times assume average highway-plus-local routes (typically 30% longer than the straight-line miles). For trip planning, treat them as a starting point and verify the actual route in Google Maps.
Always check current access, parking, and seasonal closures with the relevant land manager — state parks, the National Park Service, or the local ranger district — before heading out. Several of these falls are seasonal and may run dry in mid-to-late summer.
Closest waterfalls to Baltimore
All waterfalls within 75 miles, by distance
Within 25 miles of Baltimore
| Waterfall | Height | Distance | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|
| Round Falls | — | 2 mi | ~5 min |
| Cascade Falls | — | 8 mi | ~15 min |
| McKeldin Falls | — | 15 mi | ~25 min |
25–50 miles
| Waterfall | Height | Distance | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kilgore Falls | 17 ft | 30 mi | ~50 min |
50–75 miles
| Waterfall | Height | Distance | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cunningham Falls | 78 ft | 52 mi | ~1.5 hr |
Beyond 75 miles
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