Waterfall Hikes Near Galax, VA
within 50 miles
Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Galax? Luckily, there are 25 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Galax, making it a perfect hub for waterfall enthusiasts. These trails range from drive_up to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.
Map of Waterfalls Near Galax
Find waterfalls to hike near Galax
🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Galax (11 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
27.5 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
Great Falls of Dan
29.7 miles awayVirginia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Falls of Dismal
13 miles awayVirginia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Galax (18 waterfalls)
Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.
The Falls
35.6 miles awayVirginia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Carter Falls
27.5 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
Great Falls of Dan
29.7 miles awayVirginia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Falls of Dismal
13 miles awayVirginia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
All Hiking Trails Near Galax With Waterfalls
Upper Falls
34.7 miles awayVirginia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Silvervale Falls
20.3 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.1 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Laurel Creek Falls
3.5 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Watauga Falls
3.5 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Dutch Creek Falls
5.3 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft