Waterfall Hikes Near Glen Lyn, VA

78 residents
New York Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Glen Lyn? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Glen Lyn. 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 37.3727°N, -80.8580°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Glen Lyn

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 14 gauged

4 of 14 waterfalls near Glen Lyn are flowing strongly today

Beaverdam Falls Moderate Big Falls Strong Cascades Strong Upper Falls Strong Brooks Falls Barely Flowing Richman Falls Barely Flowing Sandstone Falls Barely Flowing Bull Falls Low Harvey Falls Low Falls of Dismal Moderate Meadow Creek Falls Strong Wylie Falls Barely Flowing The Falls Barely Flowing Styles Falls Barely Flowing

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Best Day to Hike

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Flowing best right now near Glen Lyn

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Meadow Creek Falls Strong · 21 cfs 87th percentile
  2. 2 Big Falls Strong · 398 cfs 84th percentile
  3. 3 Cascades Strong · 398 cfs 84th percentile
  4. 4 Upper Falls Strong · 398 cfs 84th percentile
  5. 5 Beaverdam Falls Moderate · 33 cfs 44th percentile
  6. 6 Falls of Dismal Moderate · 122 cfs 43rd percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Glen Lyn (8 waterfalls)

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

Bull Falls

29 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Dismal waterfall

Falls of Dismal

27.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

38.4 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cascades waterfall

Cascades

38.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
4.0 miles 700 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Glen Lyn

Wylie Falls

37.5 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Harvey Falls

33.4 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bull Falls

29 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Dismal waterfall

Falls of Dismal

27.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

38.4 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cascades waterfall

Cascades

38.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
4.0 miles 700 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

29.1 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Brooks Falls waterfall

Brooks Falls

21.2 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sandstone Falls waterfall

Sandstone Falls

18.7 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Richman Falls waterfall

Richman Falls

18 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Meadow Creek Falls waterfall

Meadow Creek Falls

48 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Styles Falls waterfall

Styles Falls

42.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

34.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Beaverdam Falls

26.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Glen Lyn

Are there free waterfalls near Glen Lyn?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Glen Lyn, including Brooks Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Glen Lyn?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Glen Lyn, including Brooks Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Glen Lyn?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Glen Lyn, including Beaverdam Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Glen Lyn?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Glen Lyn?

The shortest waterfall hike near Glen Lyn is Beaverdam Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Glen Lyn?

The tallest waterfall near Glen Lyn is Cascades at 66 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Glen Lyn require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Glen Lyn requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Glen Lyn?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Glen Lyn have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Glen Lyn?

The closest waterfall to Glen Lyn is Wylie Falls, approximately 2.1 miles away.

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