Waterfall Hikes Near Cana, VA

1,330 residents
New York Time Zone
19 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cana? There are 19 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cana. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 36.5816°N, -80.6688°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cana

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

19 of 19 gauged

4 of 19 waterfalls near Cana are flowing strongly today

Betseys Rock Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Big Falls Roaring Cascades Roaring Upper Falls Roaring Carter Falls Low Little Falls Low Falls of Dismal Low Great Falls of Dan Moderate White Falls Moderate Smith River Falls Moderate Hidden Falls Barely Flowing Lower Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Window Falls Barely Flowing Upper Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Tory Falls Barely Flowing Moravian Falls Low The Falls Barely Flowing Styles Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 91°F

Sun 86°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 89°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 91°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 95°F Sunny
Thu 98°F Sunny
Fri 96°F Sunny
Ind 96°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Cana

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Big Falls Roaring · 50 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Upper Falls Roaring · 50 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Cascades Roaring · 50 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Styles Falls Roaring · 25 cfs 91st percentile
  5. 5 Smith River Falls Moderate · 7 cfs 74th percentile
  6. 6 White Falls Moderate · 7 cfs 74th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cana (5 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.

Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

24.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Tory Falls

44.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Lower Cascade Falls waterfall

Lower Cascade Falls

46 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cana (14 waterfalls)

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

Great Falls of Dan

35.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 19 Waterfalls Near Cana

Great Falls of Dan

35.9 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
Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

24.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Tory Falls

44.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Lower Cascade Falls waterfall

Lower Cascade Falls

46 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

31.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Cascade Falls waterfall

Upper Cascade Falls

45 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Window Falls waterfall

Window Falls

45.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 300 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

45.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

40.4 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
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

7.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Falls of Dismal waterfall

Falls of Dismal

17.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Styles Falls waterfall

Styles Falls

44.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 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
Betseys Rock Falls waterfall

Betseys Rock Falls

29.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

29 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

25.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cana

Are there free waterfalls near Cana?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Cana, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cana?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Cana, including Carter Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cana?

There are 14 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cana, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cana?

There are 15 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cana, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Cana?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cana?

The shortest waterfall hike near Cana is Betseys Rock Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Cana?

The tallest waterfall near Cana is Cascades at 66 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cana?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Cana have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cana?

The closest waterfall to Cana is Great Falls of Dan, approximately 14.9 miles away.

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