Waterfall Hikes Near Chilhowie, VA

2,371 residents
New York Time Zone
19 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Chilhowie? There are 19 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Chilhowie. 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 36.8009°N, -81.6832°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Chilhowie

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

17 of 19 gauged

8 of 17 waterfalls near Chilhowie are flowing strongly today

Abrams Falls Roaring Betseys Rock Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Long Hope Falls Moderate Big Falls Strong Tank Hollow Falls Strong Big Falls Roaring Dutch Creek Falls Roaring Laurel Creek Falls Roaring Watauga Falls Roaring Coon Den Falls Moderate Jones Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Little Falls Moderate Monkey Falls Roaring Silvervale Falls Moderate The Falls Low

Updated 23 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 90°F

Aft 79°F Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 86°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 90°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 92°F Sunny
Thu 94°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 92°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 92°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Chilhowie

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Watauga Falls Roaring · 120 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Laurel Creek Falls Roaring · 120 cfs 96th percentile
  3. 3 Big Falls Roaring · 120 cfs 96th percentile
  4. 4 Dutch Creek Falls Roaring · 120 cfs 96th percentile
  5. 5 Monkey Falls Roaring · 1230 cfs 92nd percentile
  6. 6 Abrams Falls Roaring · 48 cfs 92nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Chilhowie (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 Chilhowie (13 waterfalls)

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

Gentry Creek Falls waterfall CC

Gentry Creek Falls

39.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Long Hope Falls waterfall

Long Hope Falls

39.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Tank Hollow Falls waterfall

Tank Hollow Falls

8.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

40.4 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 19 Waterfalls Near Chilhowie

Gentry Creek Falls waterfall CC

Gentry Creek Falls

39.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Long Hope Falls waterfall

Long Hope Falls

39.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

14 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Tank Hollow Falls waterfall

Tank Hollow Falls

8.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

40.4 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Abrams Falls waterfall

Abrams Falls

11.2 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
5.0 miles 675 ft
Laurel Creek Falls waterfall

Laurel Creek Falls

42.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Watauga Falls

30.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dutch Creek Falls waterfall

Dutch Creek Falls

43.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

25.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Betseys Rock Falls waterfall

Betseys Rock Falls

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

Twisting Falls

6.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft
Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

37.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

46.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Jones Falls waterfall

Jones Falls

45.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

36 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft

Coon Den Falls

37.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.6 miles 500 ft
Monkey Falls waterfall

Monkey Falls

44.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

31.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Chilhowie

Are there free waterfalls near Chilhowie?

There are 12 free waterfalls near Chilhowie, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Chilhowie?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Chilhowie, including Cascade Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Chilhowie?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Chilhowie, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Chilhowie?

There are 13 kid-friendly waterfalls near Chilhowie, including Abrams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Chilhowie?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Chilhowie, including Laurel Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Chilhowie?

The shortest waterfall hike near Chilhowie is Abrams Falls at 0.8 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Chilhowie?

The tallest waterfall near Chilhowie is Abrams Falls at 20 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Chilhowie?

Yes, 19 waterfalls near Chilhowie have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Chilhowie?

The closest waterfall to Chilhowie is Gentry Creek Falls, approximately 12.3 miles away.

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