Waterfall Hikes Near Buchanan, VA

1,108 residents
New York Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Buchanan? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Buchanan. 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 37.5212°N, -79.6893°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Buchanan

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

3 of 15 waterfalls near Buchanan are flowing strongly today

Apple Orchard Falls Moderate Beaverdam Falls Moderate Blue Suck Falls Barely Flowing Falling Spring Falls Barely Flowing Cascades Strong Upper Falls Strong Crabtree Falls Barely Flowing Falling Rock Falls Barely Flowing Gibbs Falls Moderate Glenn Falls Moderate Meadow Creek Falls Strong Panther Falls Barely Flowing Statons Creek Falls Barely Flowing The Falls Barely Flowing Styles Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 87°F

Tod 93°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 92°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 91°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 87°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 91°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 91°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Buchanan

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Meadow Creek Falls Strong · 21 cfs 87th percentile
  2. 2 Cascades Strong · 398 cfs 84th percentile
  3. 3 Upper Falls Strong · 398 cfs 84th percentile
  4. 4 Gibbs Falls Moderate · 22 cfs 69th percentile
  5. 5 Glenn Falls Moderate · 22 cfs 69th percentile
  6. 6 Beaverdam Falls Moderate · 33 cfs 44th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Buchanan (2 waterfalls)

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

47 miles away
Virginia
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Buchanan (11 waterfalls)

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

Apple Orchard Falls waterfall

Apple Orchard Falls

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

Blue Suck Falls

48.5 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Panther Falls waterfall

Panther Falls

8.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Buchanan

Apple Orchard Falls waterfall

Apple Orchard Falls

28.5 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.5 miles 1,000 ft
Meadow Creek Falls waterfall

Meadow Creek Falls

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

Falling Rock Falls

27.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Blue Suck Falls waterfall

Blue Suck Falls

48.5 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Panther Falls waterfall

Panther Falls

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

Falling Spring Falls

47 miles away
Virginia
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

Beaverdam Falls

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

Statons Creek Falls

30.5 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gibbs Falls waterfall

Gibbs Falls

34.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Glenn Falls waterfall CC

Glenn Falls

29.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

21 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
3.8 miles 1,073 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

38.4 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cascades waterfall

Cascades

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

Styles Falls

42.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

40.5 miles away
Virginia
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Buchanan

Are there free waterfalls near Buchanan?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Buchanan, including Apple Orchard Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Buchanan?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Buchanan, including Falling Spring Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Buchanan?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near Buchanan, including Apple Orchard Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Buchanan?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Buchanan, including Apple Orchard Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Buchanan?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Buchanan?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Buchanan?

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

Do any waterfalls near Buchanan require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Buchanan?

Yes, 15 waterfalls near Buchanan have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Buchanan?

The closest waterfall to Buchanan is Apple Orchard Falls, approximately 6.9 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Buchanan, Virginia

Falling Spring

27.4 mi 77°F

Falling Spring emerges at 77 degrees Fahrenheit, flowing 25 degrees above the ambient temperature in the City of Covington, Vir...

Rockbridge Baths

28.0 mi 72°F

Rockbridge Baths emerges at 72 degrees Fahrenheit, flowing 18.9 degrees above ambient temperature at 1,807 feet elevation in Ro...
Old Sweet Spring

Old Sweet Spring

28.6 mi 73°F

Old Sweet Spring flows at 73°F from a site 59.3 meters from Jefferson Lane in Greenbrier County, West Virginia. The spring emer...

Healing Springs

28.8 mi 86°F

Healing Springs flows at 86 degrees Fahrenheit, producing water 34 degrees above ambient temperature at 2,218 feet elevation in...

Layton Spring

29.2 mi 72°F

Layton Spring produces 72-degree water that flows 17.2 degrees above ambient temperature at 1,334 feet elevation in the City of...
Hot Springs

Hot Springs

29.2 mi 106°F

Hot Springs produces 106-degree water that flows 54.4 degrees above ambient temperature at 2,298 feet elevation in Bath County,...

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