Waterfall Hikes Near Blue Ridge, VA

2,994 residents
New York Time Zone
13 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Blue Ridge? There are 13 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Blue Ridge. 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 37.3783°N, -79.8206°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Blue Ridge

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

13 of 13 gauged

1 of 13 waterfalls near Blue Ridge is flowing strongly today

Apple Orchard Falls Moderate Beaverdam Falls Moderate Big Falls Barely Flowing Cascades Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Blue Suck Falls Barely Flowing Falling Spring Falls Barely Flowing Falling Rock Falls Moderate Meadow Creek Falls Strong Panther Falls Moderate Statons Creek Falls Moderate White Falls Low Styles Falls Moderate

Updated 36 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 98°F

Wed 98°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Thu 99°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Fri 98°F Sunny Best
Ind 98°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 91°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 88°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Blue Ridge

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Meadow Creek Falls Strong · 23 cfs 87th percentile
  2. 2 Beaverdam Falls Moderate · 42 cfs 66th percentile
  3. 3 Falling Rock Falls Moderate · 10 cfs 53rd percentile
  4. 4 Styles Falls Moderate · 20 cfs 46th percentile
  5. 5 Apple Orchard Falls Moderate · 588 cfs 41st percentile
  6. 6 Panther Falls Moderate · 9 cfs 27th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Blue Ridge (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.

Falling Spring Falls waterfall

Falling Spring Falls

42.1 miles away
Virginia
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Blue Ridge (8 waterfalls)

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

Apple Orchard Falls waterfall

Apple Orchard Falls

34.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.5 miles 1,000 ft
Blue Suck Falls waterfall

Blue Suck Falls

7.2 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 13 Waterfalls Near Blue Ridge

Falling Rock Falls waterfall

Falling Rock Falls

33 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
Apple Orchard Falls waterfall

Apple Orchard Falls

34.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.5 miles 1,000 ft
Blue Suck Falls waterfall

Blue Suck Falls

7.2 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falling Spring Falls waterfall

Falling Spring Falls

42.1 miles away
Virginia
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

Beaverdam Falls

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

Upper Falls

44 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cascades waterfall

Cascades

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

Styles Falls

44.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
Panther Falls waterfall

Panther Falls

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

Big Falls

7.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
White Falls waterfall

White Falls

40.7 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Blue Ridge

Are there free waterfalls near Blue Ridge?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Blue Ridge, including Apple Orchard Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Blue Ridge?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Blue Ridge, including Falling Spring Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Blue Ridge?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Blue Ridge, including Apple Orchard Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Blue Ridge?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Blue Ridge, including Apple Orchard Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Blue Ridge?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Blue Ridge?

The shortest waterfall hike near Blue Ridge is Apple Orchard Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Blue Ridge?

The tallest waterfall near Blue Ridge is Apple Orchard Falls at 200 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Blue Ridge require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Blue Ridge?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Blue Ridge have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Blue Ridge?

The closest waterfall to Blue Ridge is Falling Rock Falls, approximately 8.9 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Blue Ridge, Virginia

Falling Spring

28.8 mi 77°F

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Old Sweet Spring

Old Sweet Spring

30.0 mi 73°F

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Healing Springs

30.3 mi 86°F

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Layton Spring

30.6 mi 72°F

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Hot Springs

Hot Springs

30.6 mi 106°F

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Sweet Chalybeate Spring

30.7 mi 75°F

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