Waterfall Hikes Near Galax, VA

6,687 residents
New York Time Zone
22 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Galax? There are 22 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Galax. 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 36.6660°N, -80.9176°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Galax

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

21 of 22 gauged

1 of 21 waterfalls near Galax is flowing strongly today

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

Updated 24 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 92°F

Wed 91°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Thu 92°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Fri 92°F Sunny Best
Ind 90°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 88°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 84°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 81°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Flowing best right now near Galax

Updated 24 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 The Falls Strong · 806 cfs 86th percentile
  2. 2 Styles Falls Moderate · 20 cfs 46th percentile
  3. 3 Wylie Falls Moderate · 1280 cfs 45th percentile
  4. 4 Betseys Rock Falls Moderate · 118 cfs 38th percentile
  5. 5 Cascade Falls Moderate · 118 cfs 38th percentile
  6. 6 Long Hope Falls Moderate · 118 cfs 38th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Galax (5 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

24.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Galax (16 waterfalls)

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

The Falls waterfall

The Falls

40.4 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Great Falls of Dan

35.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Dismal waterfall

Falls of Dismal

17.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 22 Waterfalls Near Galax

The Falls waterfall

The Falls

40.4 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

31.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

24.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Great Falls of Dan

35.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Dismal waterfall

Falls of Dismal

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

Smith River Falls

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

Gentry Creek Falls

39.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft

Wylie Falls

10.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tory Falls

44.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Betseys Rock Falls waterfall

Betseys Rock Falls

29.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Lower Cascade Falls waterfall

Lower Cascade Falls

46 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

29 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Upper Cascade Falls waterfall

Upper Cascade Falls

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

Window Falls

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

Hidden Falls

45.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
White Falls waterfall

White Falls

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

Big Falls

7.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

25.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Long Hope Falls waterfall

Long Hope Falls

39.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Styles Falls waterfall

Styles Falls

44.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Galax

Are there free waterfalls near Galax?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Galax, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Galax?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Galax, including Carter Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Galax?

There are 16 dog-friendly waterfalls near Galax, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Galax?

There are 17 kid-friendly waterfalls near Galax, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Galax?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Galax?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Galax?

The tallest waterfall near Galax is Cascades at 66 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Galax?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near Galax have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Galax?

The closest waterfall to Galax is The Falls, approximately 11.8 miles away.

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