Waterfall Hikes Near Fairfield, VA

337 residents
New_York Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fairfield? There are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Fairfield. 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 37.8827°N, -79.2829°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Fairfield

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 10 gauged

6 of 10 waterfalls near Fairfield are flowing strongly today

Apple Orchard Falls Moderate Blue Suck Falls Barely Flowing Falling Spring Falls Barely Flowing Crabtree Falls Roaring Gibbs Falls Roaring Glenn Falls Roaring Jones Run Falls Moderate Panther Falls Roaring Statons Creek Falls Roaring The Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 70°F

Tue 70°F Sunny Best
Wed 68°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 62°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 68°F Sunny
Sat 81°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 84°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 86°F Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Fairfield (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 Falls waterfall

The Falls

47.4 miles away
Virginia
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Fairfield (9 waterfalls)

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

Gibbs Falls waterfall

Gibbs Falls

28.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Statons Creek Falls waterfall

Statons Creek Falls

15.2 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Panther Falls waterfall

Panther Falls

34.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

42.1 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
3.8 miles 1,073 ft

All 10 Waterfalls Near Fairfield

Gibbs Falls waterfall

Gibbs Falls

28.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Glenn Falls waterfall

Glenn Falls

33.4 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
Statons Creek Falls waterfall

Statons Creek Falls

15.2 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Panther Falls waterfall

Panther Falls

34.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

42.1 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
3.8 miles 1,073 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

47.4 miles away
Virginia
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Blue Suck Falls waterfall

Blue Suck Falls

34.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Apple Orchard Falls waterfall

Apple Orchard Falls

39.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.5 miles 1,000 ft
Falling Spring Falls waterfall

Falling Spring Falls

40 miles away
Virginia
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Jones Run Falls waterfall

Jones Run Falls

30.4 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.4 miles 915 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Fairfield

Are there free waterfalls near Fairfield?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Fairfield, including Apple Orchard Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Fairfield?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Fairfield, including Falling Spring Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Fairfield?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Fairfield, including Apple Orchard Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Fairfield?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Fairfield, including Apple Orchard Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Fairfield?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Fairfield, including Panther Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Fairfield?

The shortest waterfall hike near Fairfield is Apple Orchard Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Fairfield?

The tallest waterfall near Fairfield is Crabtree Falls at 1200 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Fairfield?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Fairfield have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Fairfield?

The closest waterfall to Fairfield is Gibbs Falls, approximately 3.8 miles away.

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