Waterfall Hikes Near Franconia, VA

17,906 residents
New York Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Franconia? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Franconia. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 38.7682°N, -77.1587°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Franconia

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

2 of 2 waterfalls near Franconia are flowing strongly today

Greasy Falls Strong Miller Falls Strong

Updated 2 days ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 90°F

Aft 87°F Partly Sunny
Thu 90°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 86°F Rain Showers Likely
Sat 86°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sun 88°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 87°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Franconia

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

  1. 1 Greasy Falls Moderate · 388 cfs 58th percentile
  2. 2 Miller Falls Moderate · 388 cfs 58th percentile

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All 2 Waterfalls Near Franconia

Miller Falls

44 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Greasy Falls waterfall

Greasy Falls

46.8 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Franconia

Are there free waterfalls near Franconia?

There is 1 free waterfall near Franconia, including Miller Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Franconia?

The shortest waterfall hike near Franconia is Greasy Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Franconia?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Franconia have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Franconia?

The closest waterfall to Franconia is Miller Falls, approximately 45 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

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Swan Pond Spring

Swan Pond Spring

64.7 mi 72°F

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