Waterfall Hikes Near Fancy Gap, VA

23 residents
New York Time Zone
21 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fancy Gap? There are 21 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

20 of 21 gauged

20 waterfalls near Fancy Gap have live flow data today

Betseys Rock Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Moderate Cascades Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Carter Falls Low Little Falls Low Falls of Dismal Moderate 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 Moravian Falls Low Wylie Falls Barely Flowing The Falls Barely Flowing Styles Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 37 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 83°F

Thu 83°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 83°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms Best
Sat 81°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 82°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 84°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 82°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 81°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Fancy Gap

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Harvey Falls Roaring · 1010 cfs 94th percentile
  2. 2 Big Falls Moderate · 232 cfs 45th percentile
  3. 3 Cascades Moderate · 232 cfs 45th percentile
  4. 4 Upper Falls Moderate · 232 cfs 45th percentile
  5. 5 Falls of Dismal Moderate · 124 cfs 41st percentile
  6. 6 Carter Falls Moderate · 801 cfs 27th percentile

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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

45.3 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Tory Falls

24.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Fancy Gap (14 waterfalls)

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

Great Falls of Dan

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

The Falls

13.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 21 Waterfalls Near Fancy Gap

Great Falls of Dan

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

Smith River Falls

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

The Falls

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

Carter Falls

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

Little Falls

10.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tory Falls

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

Lower Cascade Falls

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

White Falls

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

Big Falls

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

Upper Cascade Falls

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

Window Falls

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

Hidden Falls

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

Falls of Dismal

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

Styles Falls

32.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
Cascades waterfall

Cascades

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

Upper Falls

21.1 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Wylie Falls

7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Harvey Falls

10.8 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gentry Creek Falls waterfall CC

Gentry Creek Falls

17.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Betseys Rock Falls waterfall

Betseys Rock Falls

26.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Fancy Gap

Are there free waterfalls near Fancy Gap?

There are 11 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 14 dog-friendly waterfalls near Fancy Gap, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Fancy Gap?

There are 16 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, 16 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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