Waterfall Hikes Near Basye, VA

1,341 residents
New York Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Basye? There are 17 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Basye. 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 38.8182°N, -78.7659°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Basye

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

17 of 17 gauged

3 of 17 waterfalls near Basye are flowing strongly today

Big Rock Falls Moderate Climbing Rose Falls Moderate Dark Hollow Falls Moderate Goods Falls Moderate Lewis Spring Falls Moderate Rose River Falls Moderate Blackwater Falls Roaring Cedar Falls Low Jones Run Falls Low Falls of Seneca Moderate Greasy Falls Strong Miller Falls Strong Mountain Falls Low Niagara Falls Moderate

Updated 44 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 81°F

Tod 86°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 84°F Chance Rain Showers
Thu 86°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 83°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 81°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 84°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 84°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Basye

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Blackwater Falls Roaring · 860 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Greasy Falls Roaring · 478 cfs 97th percentile
  3. 3 Miller Falls Roaring · 478 cfs 97th percentile
  4. 4 Big Rock Falls Moderate · 432 cfs 70th percentile
  5. 5 Climbing Rose Falls Moderate · 432 cfs 70th percentile
  6. 6 Dark Hollow Falls Moderate · 432 cfs 70th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Basye (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Basye (9 waterfalls)

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

Lewis Spring Falls waterfall

Lewis Spring Falls

42.3 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.3 miles 990 ft
Rose River Falls waterfall

Rose River Falls

40 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
4.0 miles 910 ft

All 17 Waterfalls Near Basye

Goods Falls

30.6 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Greasy Falls waterfall

Greasy Falls

24.6 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Miller Falls

22.4 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lewis Spring Falls waterfall

Lewis Spring Falls

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

Dark Hollow Falls

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

Rose River Falls

40 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
4.0 miles 910 ft
Cedar Falls waterfall

Cedar Falls

16.1 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Rock Falls waterfall

Big Rock Falls

42.4 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Dry Run Falls waterfall

Dry Run Falls

16.5 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Seneca waterfall

Falls of Seneca

27.5 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mountain Falls waterfall

Mountain Falls

28.2 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Jones Run Falls waterfall

Jones Run Falls

41.4 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.4 miles 915 ft
Climbing Rose Falls waterfall

Climbing Rose Falls

38.8 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
South River Falls waterfall

South River Falls

18.5 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
4.8 miles 1,200 ft
Blackwater Falls waterfall

Blackwater Falls

13.4 miles away
West Virginia
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

38.2 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
6.8 miles 800 ft
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

12.5 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Basye

Are there free waterfalls near Basye?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Basye, including Blackwater Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Basye?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Basye, including Blackwater Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Basye?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Basye, including Big Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Basye?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Basye, including Big Rock Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Basye?

The shortest waterfall hike near Basye is Big Rock Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Basye?

The tallest waterfall near Basye is South River Falls at 83 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Basye?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near Basye have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Basye?

The closest waterfall to Basye is Goods Falls, approximately 17.2 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Basye, Virginia

Thorn Spring

35.3 mi 72°F

Thorn Spring flows at 72°F from Thorn Spring Park, a non-profit owned property just 14.5 meters from the road in Pendleton Coun...

Bragg Spring

65.8 mi 75°F

Bragg Spring produces 75-degree water that flows 24.4 degrees above ambient temperature at 2,508 feet elevation in Highland Cou...

Bolar Spring

67.7 mi 73°F

Bolar Spring flows at 73°F near Warm Springs in Bath County, Virginia, emerging 22 degrees above the 51°F ambient temperature a...
Swan Pond Spring

Swan Pond Spring

69.5 mi 72°F

Swan Pond Spring emerges at 72°F from a low-elevation site at just 460 feet in Jefferson County, West Virginia. Located 66.9 me...

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