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

7 of 23 waterfalls near Fairlawn are flowing strongly today

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

Updated 11 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 67°F

Sat 73°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 78°F Sunny
Mon 64°F Rain Showers Likely
Tue 67°F Sunny Best
Wed 70°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 67°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 72°F Mostly Sunny

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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

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

Upper Falls

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

Styles Falls

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

Falls of Dismal

31.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 23 Waterfalls Near Fairlawn

Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

17.5 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cascades waterfall

Cascades

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

Upper Falls

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

Styles Falls

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

Falls of Dismal

31.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wylie Falls waterfall

Wylie Falls

37.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Great Falls of Dan

24.2 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Harvey Falls waterfall

Harvey Falls

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

Smith River Falls

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

White Falls

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

Falling Rock Falls

27.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bull Falls

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

Meadow Creek Falls

40.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Beaverdam Falls

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

The Falls

34.4 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Brooks Falls waterfall

Brooks Falls

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

Sandstone Falls

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

Richman Falls

22.2 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tory Falls

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

Lower Cascade Falls

21.7 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 9 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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