Cunningham Falls
Maryland · 78-foot drop · Last verified 2026-05-15
Cunningham Falls is a waterfall in Frederick County, Maryland. It drops roughly 78 feet. Access details and conditions have not yet been verified in person by Fallspots — the data on this page comes from OpenStreetMap and USGS GNIS.
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| Waterfall | Distance | Height | Trail | Dogs | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cunningham Falls (this page) | — | 78 ft | — | — | — |
| The Cascade | 8 mi | — | — | — | — |
| Old Dam Waterfall | 19 mi | 3 ft | — | — | — |
| Jarrett Falls | 36 mi | 7 ft | — | — | — |
| McKeldin Falls | 37 mi | — | — | — | — |
| Brambleton Sign/Water Decoration | 45 mi | — | — | — | — |
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How tall is Cunningham Falls?
Cunningham Falls is 78 feet (23.8 m) tall. Height is sourced from OSM.
How far is Cunningham Falls from a major city?
Cunningham Falls is 3 miles from Thurmont (about 5 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
39.6317, -77.4708
Sources and live status
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Last verified by Fallspots: 2026-05-15
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