Waterfall Hikes Near Blacksburg, VA

71,277 residents
New York Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Blacksburg? There are 17 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Blacksburg. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 37.2300°N, -80.4279°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Blacksburg

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

17 of 17 gauged

4 of 17 waterfalls near Blacksburg are flowing strongly today

Beaverdam Falls Roaring Big Falls Moderate Cascades Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Brooks Falls Roaring Richman Falls Roaring Sandstone Falls Roaring Bull Falls Moderate Harvey Falls Moderate Falling Rock Falls Moderate Falls of Dismal Moderate Great Falls of Dan Moderate White Falls Moderate Smith River Falls Moderate Meadow Creek Falls Moderate Wylie Falls Moderate Styles Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 85°F

Wed 79°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Thu 85°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 82°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 85°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 89°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 92°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Blacksburg

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Sandstone Falls Roaring · 3430 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Brooks Falls Roaring · 3430 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Richman Falls Roaring · 3430 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Beaverdam Falls Roaring · 56 cfs 99th percentile
  5. 5 Harvey Falls Moderate · 189 cfs 73rd percentile
  6. 6 Bull Falls Moderate · 189 cfs 73rd percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Blacksburg (8 waterfalls)

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

Cascades waterfall

Cascades

44.2 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
4.0 miles 700 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

44 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Styles Falls waterfall

Styles Falls

44.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
Falls of Dismal waterfall

Falls of Dismal

17.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 17 Waterfalls Near Blacksburg

Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

7.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cascades waterfall

Cascades

44.2 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
4.0 miles 700 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

44 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Styles Falls waterfall

Styles Falls

44.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
Falls of Dismal waterfall

Falls of Dismal

17.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Meadow Creek Falls waterfall

Meadow Creek Falls

31 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Falling Rock Falls waterfall

Falling Rock Falls

33 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Great Falls of Dan

35.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wylie Falls

10.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Smith River Falls waterfall

Smith River Falls

33.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Beaverdam Falls

43.5 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
White Falls waterfall

White Falls

40.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Harvey Falls

15 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bull Falls

19.4 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Brooks Falls waterfall

Brooks Falls

47.7 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sandstone Falls waterfall

Sandstone Falls

45.2 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Richman Falls waterfall

Richman Falls

44.5 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Blacksburg

Are there free waterfalls near Blacksburg?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Blacksburg, including Brooks Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Blacksburg?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Blacksburg, including Brooks Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Blacksburg?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Blacksburg, including Beaverdam Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Blacksburg?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Blacksburg, including Falls of Dismal.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Blacksburg?

The shortest waterfall hike near Blacksburg is Beaverdam Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Blacksburg?

The tallest waterfall near Blacksburg is Cascades at 66 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Blacksburg require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Blacksburg requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Blacksburg?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near Blacksburg have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Blacksburg?

The closest waterfall to Blacksburg is Big Falls, approximately 8.2 miles away.

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