Outdoors NearbyCunningham Falls
Cunningham Falls is a waterfall in Maryland, about 3 miles from Thurmont. OpenStreetMap lists it as about 79 feet (24 m) high.
| Location | Near Thurmont, Maryland Directions |
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| Trail parking | Horse Trailer Parking, about 1.1 mi from the falls straight-line distance to Cunningham Falls; the trail itself is longer Directions to the parking |
| Height | about 79 ft (24 m) |
Data: OpenStreetMap contributors. Rocks near falls are slippery, so stay on the trail and behind railings.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Cunningham Falls?
In Maryland, about 3 miles from Thurmont, at 39.6317, -77.4708. The route ends as close as roads get; in Maryland that can still mean a hike.
Where is the trailhead for Cunningham Falls?
The closest trail parking on the map is Horse Trailer Parking, about 1.1 miles from Cunningham Falls in a straight line. Check the trail map for the real hiking distance to Cunningham Falls.
How tall is Cunningham Falls?
About 79 feet (24 meters), according to OpenStreetMap.