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Kilgore Falls
Rocks State Park, Falling Branch area, Pylesville, MarylandWaterfall pool on Falling BranchSwimming permitted
Kilgore Falls is a 17-foot waterfall in the Falling Branch area of Rocks State Park.
- Water
- Waterfall pool, Falling Branch
- Entry
- booking required in season
- Facilities
- Waterfall, creek
- Lifeguard
- No lifeguards
- Managed by
- Maryland Park Service
Getting there
The Falling Branch area is about five miles north of the main Rocks State Park. Reaching the waterfall base requires crossing Falling Branch stream.
39.6929, -76.4270
Get directionsKnow before you go
- Swim at your own risk.
- Do not leap from the falls into the creek.
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Questions about Kilgore Falls
Can you swim at Kilgore Falls?
Yes. Swimming and wading are permitted at your own risk, with no lifeguard.
Do you need to book Kilgore Falls?
Reservations required on weekends and holidays from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
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