Waterfall Hikes Near Fancy Gap, VA

23 residents
New_York Time Zone
19 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fancy Gap? There are 19 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Fancy Gap. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 36.6771°N, -80.6997°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Fancy Gap

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

19 of 19 gauged

12 of 19 waterfalls near Fancy Gap are flowing strongly today

Betseys Rock Falls Moderate Big Falls Moderate Cascades Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Carter Falls Moderate Little Falls Moderate Falls of Dismal Roaring Great Falls of Dan Strong White Falls Strong Smith River Falls Strong Hidden Falls Roaring Lower Cascade Falls Roaring Window Falls Roaring Upper Cascade Falls Roaring Tory Falls Roaring Moravian Falls Strong Wylie Falls Strong The Falls Moderate Styles Falls Roaring

Updated 22 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 65°F

Tue 65°F Sunny Best
Wed 67°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 58°F Sunny
Fri 68°F Sunny
Sat 77°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 81°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 82°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Find waterfalls to hike near Fancy Gap

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Fancy Gap (4 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.

Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

42.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Tory Falls

34.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Fancy Gap (13 waterfalls)

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

Great Falls of Dan

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

The Falls

39.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 19 Waterfalls Near Fancy Gap

Great Falls of Dan

27.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Smith River Falls waterfall

Smith River Falls

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

The Falls

39.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

42.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

40.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tory Falls

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

Lower Cascade Falls

34.3 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
White Falls waterfall

White Falls

47.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

5.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Upper Cascade Falls waterfall

Upper Cascade Falls

33.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Window Falls waterfall

Window Falls

33.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 300 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

42.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Dismal waterfall

Falls of Dismal

15.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Styles Falls waterfall

Styles Falls

36 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
Cascades waterfall

Cascades

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

Upper Falls

12.1 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Wylie Falls waterfall

Wylie Falls

45.1 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Betseys Rock Falls waterfall

Betseys Rock Falls

47.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

48.9 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Fancy Gap

Are there free waterfalls near Fancy Gap?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Fancy Gap, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Fancy Gap?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Fancy Gap, including Carter Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Fancy Gap?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Fancy Gap?

There are 14 kid-friendly waterfalls near Fancy Gap, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Fancy Gap?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Fancy Gap?

The shortest waterfall hike near Fancy Gap is Betseys Rock Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Fancy Gap?

The tallest waterfall near Fancy Gap is Cascades at 66 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Fancy Gap?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Fancy Gap have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Fancy Gap?

The closest waterfall to Fancy Gap is Great Falls of Dan, approximately 11.5 miles away.

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