Waterfall Hikes Near Afton, VA

263 residents
New York Time Zone
16 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Afton? There are 16 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Afton. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 38.0266°N, -78.8357°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Afton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

16 of 16 gauged

5 of 16 waterfalls near Afton are flowing strongly today

Big Rock Falls Strong Climbing Rose Falls Strong Dark Hollow Falls Strong Lewis Spring Falls Strong Rose River Falls Strong Blue Suck Falls Barely Flowing Cedar Falls Moderate Jones Run Falls Moderate Crabtree Falls Barely Flowing Dry Run Falls Low South River Falls Low Gibbs Falls Moderate Glenn Falls Moderate Panther Falls Low Statons Creek Falls Low The Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 101°F

Wed 97°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 101°F Sunny Best
Fri 100°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 97°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 93°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 88°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 87°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Afton

Updated about 2 hours ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Big Rock Falls Strong · 416 cfs 78th percentile
  2. 2 Climbing Rose Falls Strong · 416 cfs 78th percentile
  3. 3 Dark Hollow Falls Strong · 416 cfs 78th percentile
  4. 4 Lewis Spring Falls Strong · 416 cfs 78th percentile
  5. 5 Rose River Falls Strong · 416 cfs 78th percentile
  6. 6 The Falls Moderate · 18 cfs 44th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Afton (1 waterfall)

Easy access waterfalls are drive-up or short-walk friendly. Perfect for families, casual visitors, or anyone who loves waterfalls but is "so-so" about hiking.

The Falls waterfall

The Falls

25.4 miles away
Virginia
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Afton (12 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Jones Run Falls waterfall

Jones Run Falls

45.1 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.4 miles 915 ft
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

49.2 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
3.8 miles 1,073 ft
Gibbs Falls waterfall

Gibbs Falls

35.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Statons Creek Falls waterfall

Statons Creek Falls

45.5 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 16 Waterfalls Near Afton

The Falls waterfall

The Falls

25.4 miles away
Virginia
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Jones Run Falls waterfall

Jones Run Falls

45.1 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.4 miles 915 ft
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

49.2 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
3.8 miles 1,073 ft
Glenn Falls waterfall CC

Glenn Falls

40.4 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
Gibbs Falls waterfall

Gibbs Falls

35.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Statons Creek Falls waterfall

Statons Creek Falls

45.5 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cedar Falls waterfall

Cedar Falls

47.2 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dry Run Falls waterfall

Dry Run Falls

46.5 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
South River Falls waterfall

South River Falls

46.3 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
4.8 miles 1,200 ft
Panther Falls waterfall

Panther Falls

40.2 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Rock Falls waterfall

Big Rock Falls

37.3 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Lewis Spring Falls waterfall

Lewis Spring Falls

37.2 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.3 miles 990 ft
Dark Hollow Falls waterfall

Dark Hollow Falls

36.2 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
1.4 miles 440 ft
Rose River Falls waterfall

Rose River Falls

34.9 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
4.0 miles 910 ft
Climbing Rose Falls waterfall

Climbing Rose Falls

33.7 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Blue Suck Falls waterfall

Blue Suck Falls

7.2 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Afton

Are there free waterfalls near Afton?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Afton, including Dry Run Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Afton?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Afton, including The Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Afton?

There are 12 dog-friendly waterfalls near Afton, including Big Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Afton?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near Afton, including Big Rock Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Afton?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Afton, including Panther Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Afton?

The shortest waterfall hike near Afton is Big Rock Falls at 1.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Afton?

The tallest waterfall near Afton is Crabtree Falls at 1,200 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Afton?

Yes, 16 waterfalls near Afton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Afton?

The closest waterfall to Afton is The Falls, approximately 14.7 miles away.

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