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1. Cascade Falls ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Cunningham Falls ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Falling Branch Falls

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4. Great Falls of the Potomac

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5. Gunpowder Falls

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6. Muddy Creek Falls

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7. Swallow Falls

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8. Tolliver Falls

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Waterfalls are some of nature’s most magnificent creations, and the state of Maryland is home to a good handful of them.
  • The waterfalls we’ve listed below are scattered in various locations, although Swallow Falls State Park is home to three of the ones on our list.
  • These waterfalls vary in length and ease of access, but are all equally breathtaking and worth the visit.
  • Some of the sites that shouldn’t be missed include Maryland’s largest cascading waterfall, Cunningham Falls, as well as its highest free-falling waterfall, Muddy Creek Falls.

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