Waterfall Hikes Near Fairfax Station, VA

12,277 residents
New York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fairfax Station? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Fairfax Station. 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 38.7942°N, -77.3358°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Fairfax Station

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

2 of 5 waterfalls near Fairfax Station are flowing strongly today

Cunningham Falls Moderate Goods Falls Moderate Greasy Falls Strong Miller Falls Strong The Cascade Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 86°F

Aft 85°F Partly Sunny
Thu 88°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 84°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 85°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sun 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 86°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Fairfax Station

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 The Cascade Moderate · 15 cfs 73rd percentile
  2. 2 Cunningham Falls Moderate · 53 cfs 62nd percentile
  3. 3 Greasy Falls Moderate · 388 cfs 58th percentile
  4. 4 Miller Falls Moderate · 388 cfs 58th percentile
  5. 5 Goods Falls Moderate · 310 cfs 30th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Fairfax Station (2 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.

The Cascade

37 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft
Cunningham Falls waterfall

Cunningham Falls

22.5 miles away
Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Fairfax Station

Miller Falls

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

Greasy Falls

46.8 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

The Cascade

37 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft

Goods Falls

39.4 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cunningham Falls waterfall

Cunningham Falls

22.5 miles away
Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Fairfax Station

Are there free waterfalls near Fairfax Station?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Fairfax Station, including Goods Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Fairfax Station?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Fairfax Station, including Cunningham Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Fairfax Station?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Fairfax Station, including Cunningham Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Fairfax Station?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Fairfax Station, including Cunningham Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Fairfax Station?

The shortest waterfall hike near Fairfax Station is Cunningham Falls at 0.9 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Fairfax Station?

The tallest waterfall near Fairfax Station is Cunningham Falls at 78 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Fairfax Station?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Fairfax Station have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Fairfax Station?

The closest waterfall to Fairfax Station is Miller Falls, approximately 37.6 miles away.

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