Waterfall Hikes Near Callaghan, VA

317 residents
New York Time Zone
22 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Callaghan? There are 22 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Callaghan. 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 37.8112°N, -80.0871°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Callaghan

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

21 of 22 gauged

4 of 21 waterfalls near Callaghan are flowing strongly today

Apple Orchard Falls Moderate Beaverdam Falls Moderate Big Falls Strong Cascades Strong Upper Falls Strong Blue Suck Falls Barely Flowing Falling Spring Falls Barely Flowing Brooks Falls Barely Flowing Richman Falls Barely Flowing Sandstone Falls Barely Flowing Bull Falls Low Harvey Falls Low Crabtree Falls Barely Flowing Falling Rock Falls Barely Flowing Falls of Hills Creek Moderate Gibbs Falls Moderate Glenn Falls Moderate Meadow Creek Falls Strong Panther Falls Barely Flowing Statons Creek Falls Barely Flowing Styles Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 83°F

Tod 86°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 85°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 86°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 84°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 83°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms Best
Sun 86°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 85°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Callaghan

Updated 29 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Upper Falls Strong · 398 cfs 84th percentile
  2. 2 Big Falls Strong · 398 cfs 84th percentile
  3. 3 Cascades Strong · 398 cfs 84th percentile
  4. 4 Glenn Falls Moderate · 22 cfs 69th percentile
  5. 5 Gibbs Falls Moderate · 22 cfs 69th percentile
  6. 6 Meadow Creek Falls Moderate · 20 cfs 61st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Callaghan (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

47 miles away
Virginia
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Callaghan (15 waterfalls)

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

Blue Suck Falls waterfall

Blue Suck Falls

48.5 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Hills Creek waterfall

Falls of Hills Creek

46.9 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
1.3 miles 200 ft

All 22 Waterfalls Near Callaghan

Bull Falls

29 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

29.1 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Callaghan

Are there free waterfalls near Callaghan?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Callaghan, including Apple Orchard Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Callaghan?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Callaghan?

There are 15 dog-friendly waterfalls near Callaghan, including Apple Orchard Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Callaghan?

There are 17 kid-friendly waterfalls near Callaghan, including Apple Orchard Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Callaghan?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Callaghan?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Callaghan?

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

Do any waterfalls near Callaghan require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Callaghan?

Yes, 22 waterfalls near Callaghan have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Callaghan?

The closest waterfall to Callaghan is Falling Spring Falls, approximately 8.7 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Callaghan, Virginia

Layton Spring

6.6 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...

Falling Spring

9.4 mi 77°F

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

Sweet Chalybeate Spring

14.5 mi 75°F

Sweet Chalybeate Spring flows at 75 degrees Fahrenheit, emerging 21.1 degrees above ambient temperature at 2,010 feet elevation...
Old Sweet Spring

Old Sweet Spring

15.3 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

17.0 mi 86°F

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

Hot Springs

20.0 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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