Waterfall Hikes Near Charlottesville, VA

103,760 residents
New_York Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Charlottesville? Luckily, there are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Charlottesville, making it a perfect hub for waterfall enthusiasts. These trails range from drive_up to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 38.0375°N, -78.4855°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Charlottesville

Find waterfalls to hike near Charlottesville

🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Charlottesville (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.

Dry Run Falls waterfall

Dry Run Falls

41.3 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park

Virginia

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 0.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

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

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

South River Falls waterfall

South River Falls

37 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park

Virginia

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Length: 4.8 miles

Elevation Gain: 1200 ft

Jones Run Falls waterfall

Jones Run Falls

21.5 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park

Virginia

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Length: 3.4 miles

Elevation Gain: 915 ft

Dry Run Falls waterfall

Dry Run Falls

41.3 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park

Virginia

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 0.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Big Rock Falls waterfall

Big Rock Falls

32.2 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park

Virginia

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Length: 2.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Lewis Spring Falls waterfall

Lewis Spring Falls

32.1 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park

Virginia

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Length: 3.3 miles

Elevation Gain: 990 ft

All Hiking Trails Near Charlottesville With Waterfalls

South River Falls waterfall

South River Falls

37 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park

Virginia

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Length: 4.8 miles

Elevation Gain: 1200 ft

Jones Run Falls waterfall

Jones Run Falls

21.5 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park

Virginia

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Length: 3.4 miles

Elevation Gain: 915 ft

Dry Run Falls waterfall

Dry Run Falls

41.3 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park

Virginia

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 0.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Cedar Falls waterfall

Cedar Falls

42.1 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park

Virginia

Difficulty: Unknown

Trail Length: 0.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Big Rock Falls waterfall

Big Rock Falls

32.2 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park

Virginia

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Length: 2.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Lewis Spring Falls waterfall

Lewis Spring Falls

32.1 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park

Virginia

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Length: 3.3 miles

Elevation Gain: 990 ft

Dark Hollow Falls waterfall

Dark Hollow Falls

31 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park

Virginia

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Length: 1.4 miles

Elevation Gain: 440 ft

Rose River Falls waterfall

Rose River Falls

64.2 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park

Virginia

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Length: 4.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 910 ft

Climbing Rose Falls waterfall

Climbing Rose Falls

63 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park

Virginia

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Length: 3.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 500 ft

The Falls waterfall

The Falls

33.7 miles away

Virginia

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 1.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 200 ft

Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

18.2 miles away

Virginia

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Length: 3.8 miles

Elevation Gain: 1073 ft

Glenn Falls waterfall

Glenn Falls

15.2 miles away

Virginia

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Length: 2.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 500 ft

Gibbs Falls waterfall

Gibbs Falls

10.6 miles away

Virginia

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 1.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Statons Creek Falls waterfall

Statons Creek Falls

24.4 miles away

Virginia

Difficulty: Drive Up

Trail Length: 0.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Panther Falls waterfall

Panther Falls

29.2 miles away

Virginia

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 0.3 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft