Waterfall Hikes Near Forest, VA

11,559 residents
New York Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Forest? There are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Forest. 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 37.3728°N, -79.2831°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Forest

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 10 gauged

6 of 10 waterfalls near Forest are flowing strongly today

Apple Orchard Falls Strong Blue Suck Falls Barely Flowing Crabtree Falls Moderate Falling Rock Falls Strong Gibbs Falls Strong Glenn Falls Strong Meadow Creek Falls Roaring Panther Falls Moderate Statons Creek Falls Moderate The Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 97°F

Aft 83°F Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 86°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Tue 91°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 97°F Sunny Best
Thu 101°F Sunny
Fri 99°F Sunny
Ind 99°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Forest

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Meadow Creek Falls Roaring · 21 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Crabtree Falls Roaring · 17 cfs 95th percentile
  3. 3 The Falls Roaring · 20 cfs 95th percentile
  4. 4 Falling Rock Falls Roaring · 32 cfs 90th percentile
  5. 5 Apple Orchard Falls Strong · 595 cfs 82nd percentile
  6. 6 Gibbs Falls Strong · 32 cfs 79th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Forest (1 waterfall)

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 Forest (7 waterfalls)

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

Panther Falls waterfall

Panther Falls

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

Apple Orchard Falls

34.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.5 miles 1,000 ft
Statons Creek Falls waterfall

Statons Creek Falls

45.5 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gibbs Falls waterfall

Gibbs Falls

35.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 10 Waterfalls Near Forest

Panther Falls waterfall

Panther Falls

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

Apple Orchard Falls

34.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.5 miles 1,000 ft
Statons Creek Falls waterfall

Statons Creek Falls

45.5 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gibbs Falls waterfall

Gibbs Falls

35.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Glenn Falls waterfall CC

Glenn Falls

40.4 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
Falling Rock Falls waterfall

Falling Rock Falls

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

Crabtree Falls

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

The Falls

25.4 miles away
Virginia
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Meadow Creek Falls waterfall

Meadow Creek Falls

31 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Blue Suck Falls waterfall

Blue Suck Falls

7.2 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Forest

Are there free waterfalls near Forest?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Forest, including Apple Orchard Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Forest?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Forest, including The Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Forest?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Forest, including Apple Orchard Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Forest?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Forest, including Apple Orchard Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Forest?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Forest?

The shortest waterfall hike near Forest is Apple Orchard Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Forest?

The tallest waterfall near Forest is Crabtree Falls at 1,200 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Forest?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Forest have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Forest?

The closest waterfall to Forest is Panther Falls, approximately 16.6 miles away.

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