Waterfall Hikes Near Charlottesville, VA

103,760 residents
New_York Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Charlottesville? There are 17 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Charlottesville. 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 38.0375°N, -78.4855°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Charlottesville

Find waterfalls to hike near Charlottesville

🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Charlottesville (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Charlottesville (10 waterfalls)

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

South River Falls waterfall

South River Falls

15.9 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
4.8 miles 1,200 ft
Jones Run Falls waterfall

Jones Run Falls

25.2 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.4 miles 915 ft
Dry Run Falls waterfall

Dry Run Falls

4.3 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Rock Falls waterfall

Big Rock Falls

9 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Lewis Spring Falls waterfall

Lewis Spring Falls

25.1 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.3 miles 990 ft

All Hiking Trails Near Charlottesville With Waterfalls

South River Falls waterfall

South River Falls

15.9 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
4.8 miles 1,200 ft
Jones Run Falls waterfall

Jones Run Falls

25.2 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.4 miles 915 ft
Dry Run Falls waterfall

Dry Run Falls

4.3 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cedar Falls waterfall

Cedar Falls

3.9 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Rock Falls waterfall

Big Rock Falls

9 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Lewis Spring Falls waterfall

Lewis Spring Falls

25.1 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.3 miles 990 ft
Dark Hollow Falls waterfall

Dark Hollow Falls

13.5 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
1.4 miles 440 ft
Rose River Falls waterfall

Rose River Falls

29.1 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
4.0 miles 910 ft
Climbing Rose Falls waterfall

Climbing Rose Falls

45.2 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

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

Crabtree Falls

49.5 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
3.8 miles 1,073 ft
Glenn Falls waterfall

Glenn Falls

34.5 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
Gibbs Falls waterfall

Gibbs Falls

15.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Goods Falls waterfall

Goods Falls

49.7 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Greasy Falls waterfall

Greasy Falls

30.1 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Statons Creek Falls waterfall

Statons Creek Falls

48 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Miller Falls waterfall

Miller Falls

45.8 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

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Hot springs near Charlottesville, Virginia

Thorn Spring

64.4 mi 72°F

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