Waterfall Hikes Near Buckingham Courthouse, VA

272 residents
New York Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Buckingham Courthouse? There are 8 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Buckingham Courthouse. 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 37.5541°N, -78.5514°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Buckingham Courthouse

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 8 gauged

5 of 8 waterfalls near Buckingham Courthouse are flowing strongly today

Apple Orchard Falls Moderate Crabtree Falls Moderate Gibbs Falls Roaring Glenn Falls Roaring Jones Run Falls Roaring Panther Falls Strong Statons Creek Falls Strong The Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 83°F

Wed 83°F Sunny Best
Thu 89°F Sunny
Fri 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 89°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 90°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 93°F Sunny
Tue 96°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Buckingham Courthouse

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Gibbs Falls Roaring · 36 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Glenn Falls Roaring · 36 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Jones Run Falls Roaring · 343 cfs 98th percentile
  4. 4 Panther Falls Strong · 11 cfs 75th percentile
  5. 5 Statons Creek Falls Strong · 11 cfs 75th percentile
  6. 6 Crabtree Falls Moderate · 15 cfs 42nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Buckingham Courthouse (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 Buckingham Courthouse (7 waterfalls)

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

Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

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

Panther Falls

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

Jones Run Falls

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

Statons Creek Falls

45.5 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Apple Orchard Falls waterfall

Apple Orchard Falls

34.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.5 miles 1,000 ft

All 8 Waterfalls Near Buckingham Courthouse

The Falls waterfall

The Falls

25.4 miles away
Virginia
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

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

Panther Falls

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

Jones Run Falls

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

Statons Creek Falls

45.5 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Apple Orchard Falls waterfall

Apple Orchard Falls

34.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.5 miles 1,000 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Buckingham Courthouse

Are there free waterfalls near Buckingham Courthouse?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Buckingham Courthouse, including Apple Orchard Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Buckingham Courthouse?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Buckingham Courthouse?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Buckingham Courthouse, including Apple Orchard Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Buckingham Courthouse?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Buckingham Courthouse, including Apple Orchard Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Buckingham Courthouse?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Buckingham Courthouse?

The shortest waterfall hike near Buckingham Courthouse is Apple Orchard Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Buckingham Courthouse?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Buckingham Courthouse?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Buckingham Courthouse have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Buckingham Courthouse?

The closest waterfall to Buckingham Courthouse is The Falls, approximately 26.5 miles away.

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