Waterfall Hikes Near Charlottesville, VA

103,760 residents
New York Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Charlottesville reaches the waterfalls of Shenandoah National Park from the east, up Route 33 or over Rockfish Gap. South River Falls is the local favorite, an 83 foot drop on a 4.8 mile loop that climbs 1,200 feet. Jones Run Falls in the park's south district covers 3.4 miles to a 42 foot ledge. Dark Hollow Falls packs 70 feet into a 1.4 mile round trip. Dogs join everywhere except Dark Hollow. Seventeen falls make the fifty mile list.

Located at 38.0375°N, -78.4855°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Charlottesville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

17 of 17 gauged

3 of 17 waterfalls near Charlottesville are flowing strongly today

Cedar Falls Moderate Jones Run Falls Moderate Crabtree Falls Barely Flowing Gibbs Falls Strong Glenn Falls Strong Greasy Falls Moderate Miller Falls Moderate The Falls Strong Statons Creek Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 79°F

Aft 73°F Sunny
Sat 76°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 73°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 75°F Partly Sunny
Tue 79°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 81°F Sunny
Thu 82°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Charlottesville

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Gibbs Falls Roaring · 21 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Glenn Falls Roaring · 21 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 The Falls Strong · 8 cfs 79th percentile
  4. 4 Miller Falls Moderate · 414 cfs 65th percentile
  5. 5 Greasy Falls Moderate · 414 cfs 65th percentile
  6. 6 South River Falls Moderate · 32 cfs 64th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Charlottesville (4 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

19.4 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown

🐕 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

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

Jones Run Falls

18.6 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.4 miles 915 ft
Big Rock Falls waterfall

Big Rock Falls

25 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 17 Waterfalls Near Charlottesville

South River Falls waterfall

South River Falls

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

Jones Run Falls

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

Dry Run Falls

19.4 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown
Cedar Falls waterfall

Cedar Falls

19.8 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Big Rock Falls waterfall

Big Rock Falls

25 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

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

Rose River Falls

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

Climbing Rose Falls

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

The Falls

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

Crabtree Falls

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

Glenn Falls

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

Gibbs Falls

37.5 miles away
Virginia
Easy
1.5 miles Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around Goods Falls in Virginia LiDAR

Goods Falls

39.2 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Greasy Falls waterfall

Greasy Falls

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

Statons Creek Falls

45.3 miles away
Virginia
Drive Up
Unknown Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around Miller Falls in Virginia, about 396 feet of drop LiDAR

Miller Falls

48.1 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Unknown
Unknown Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Charlottesville

Are there free waterfalls near Charlottesville?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Charlottesville, including Dry Run Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Charlottesville?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Charlottesville, including Dry Run Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Charlottesville?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Charlottesville, including Big Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Charlottesville?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Charlottesville, including Big Rock Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Charlottesville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Charlottesville is Big Rock Falls at 0.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Charlottesville?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Charlottesville?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near Charlottesville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Charlottesville?

The closest waterfall to Charlottesville is South River Falls, approximately 17.4 miles away.

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