Waterfall Hikes Near Fredericksburg, VA

176,791 residents
New York Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fredericksburg? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Fredericksburg. 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 38.2992°N, -77.4872°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Fredericksburg

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

2 waterfalls near Fredericksburg have live flow data today

Big Rock Falls Moderate Climbing Rose Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 99°F

Aft 83°F Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 85°F Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 87°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 91°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Wed 99°F Sunny Best
Thu 104°F Sunny
Fri 105°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Fredericksburg

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Big Rock Falls Moderate · 369 cfs 49th percentile
  2. 2 Climbing Rose Falls Moderate · 369 cfs 49th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Fredericksburg (1 waterfall)

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

Big Rock Falls waterfall

Big Rock Falls

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

All 2 Waterfalls Near Fredericksburg

Climbing Rose Falls waterfall

Climbing Rose Falls

33.7 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Big Rock Falls waterfall

Big Rock Falls

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Fredericksburg

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Fredericksburg?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Fredericksburg, including Big Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Fredericksburg?

There is 1 kid-friendly waterfall near Fredericksburg, including Big Rock Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Fredericksburg?

The shortest waterfall hike near Fredericksburg is Big Rock Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Fredericksburg?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Fredericksburg have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Fredericksburg?

The closest waterfall to Fredericksburg is Climbing Rose Falls, approximately 48 miles away.

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