Waterfall Hikes Near Fairlawn, VA

2,400 residents
New York Time Zone
23 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fairlawn? There are 23 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Fairlawn. 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 37.1476°N, -80.5567°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Fairlawn

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

23 of 23 gauged

4 of 23 waterfalls near Fairlawn are flowing strongly today

Beaverdam Falls Roaring Big Falls Moderate Cascades Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Brooks Falls Roaring Richman Falls Roaring Sandstone Falls Roaring Bull Falls Moderate Harvey Falls Moderate Falling Rock Falls Moderate Falls of Dismal Moderate Great Falls of Dan Moderate White Falls Moderate Smith River Falls Moderate Hidden Falls Moderate Lower Cascade Falls Moderate Window Falls Moderate Upper Cascade Falls Moderate Tory Falls Moderate Meadow Creek Falls Moderate Wylie Falls Moderate The Falls Moderate Styles Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 85°F

Wed 79°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Thu 85°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 81°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 85°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 88°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 92°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Fairlawn

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Brooks Falls Roaring · 3430 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Richman Falls Roaring · 3430 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Sandstone Falls Roaring · 3430 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Beaverdam Falls Roaring · 55 cfs 97th percentile
  5. 5 Bull Falls Moderate · 189 cfs 73rd percentile
  6. 6 Harvey Falls Moderate · 189 cfs 73rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Fairlawn (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Fairlawn (14 waterfalls)

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

Cascades waterfall

Cascades

44.2 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
4.0 miles 700 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

44 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Styles Falls waterfall

Styles Falls

44.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
Falls of Dismal waterfall

Falls of Dismal

17.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 23 Waterfalls Near Fairlawn

Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

7.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cascades waterfall

Cascades

44.2 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
4.0 miles 700 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

44 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Styles Falls waterfall

Styles Falls

44.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
Falls of Dismal waterfall

Falls of Dismal

17.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wylie Falls

10.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Great Falls of Dan

35.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Harvey Falls

15 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Smith River Falls waterfall

Smith River Falls

33.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
White Falls waterfall

White Falls

40.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falling Rock Falls waterfall

Falling Rock Falls

33 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bull Falls

19.4 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Meadow Creek Falls waterfall

Meadow Creek Falls

31 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Beaverdam Falls

43.5 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
Brooks Falls waterfall

Brooks Falls

47.7 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sandstone Falls waterfall

Sandstone Falls

45.2 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Richman Falls waterfall

Richman Falls

44.5 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tory Falls

44.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Lower Cascade Falls waterfall

Lower Cascade Falls

46 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Fairlawn

Are there free waterfalls near Fairlawn?

There are 12 free waterfalls near Fairlawn, including Brooks Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Fairlawn?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Fairlawn, including Lower Cascade Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Fairlawn?

There are 14 dog-friendly waterfalls near Fairlawn, including Brooks Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Fairlawn?

There are 17 kid-friendly waterfalls near Fairlawn, including Beaverdam Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Fairlawn?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Fairlawn, including Falls of Dismal.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Fairlawn?

The shortest waterfall hike near Fairlawn is Beaverdam Falls at 0.8 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Fairlawn?

The tallest waterfall near Fairlawn is Cascades at 66 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Fairlawn require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Fairlawn requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Fairlawn?

Yes, 18 waterfalls near Fairlawn have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Fairlawn?

The closest waterfall to Fairlawn is Big Falls, approximately 6.8 miles away.

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