Waterfall Hikes Near Harrisonburg, VA

73,160 residents

New York Time Zone

18 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Harrisonburg comes at Shenandoah National Park from the valley floor, climbing east into the Blue Ridge. South River Falls drops 83 feet on a 4.8 mile loop with 1,200 feet of gain. Lewis Spring Falls runs a 3.3 mile loop to an 81 foot drop. Dry Run Falls is the quick one at a half mile. Bring the dog for most of these. Dark Hollow, 70 feet in 1.4 steep miles, is where pets stay behind. Eighteen falls land inside fifty miles.

Located at 38.4362°N, -78.8735°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Harrisonburg

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Water Flow

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18 waterfalls near Harrisonburg have live flow data today

Big Rock Falls Low Climbing Rose Falls Low Dark Hollow Falls Low Goods Falls Low Lewis Spring Falls Low Rose River Falls Low Cedar Falls Low Jones Run Falls Low Crabtree Falls Barely Flowing Dry Run Falls Barely Flowing South River Falls Barely Flowing Falls of Seneca Barely Flowing Gibbs Falls Moderate Glenn Falls Moderate Greasy Falls Low Miller Falls Low The Falls Barely Flowing Statons Creek Falls Barely Flowing

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Harrisonburg (1 waterfall)

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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Harrisonburg (10 waterfalls)

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Dry Run Falls waterfall

Dry Run Falls

18.9 miles away

In Shenandoah National Park

Virginia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Jones Run Falls waterfall

Jones Run Falls

7 miles away

In Shenandoah National Park

Virginia

Moderate

3.4 miles 915 ft

South River Falls waterfall

South River Falls

19.1 miles away

In Shenandoah National Park

Virginia

Moderate

4.8 miles 1,200 ft

Big Rock Falls waterfall

Big Rock Falls

1.2 miles away

In Shenandoah National Park

Virginia

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Lewis Spring Falls waterfall

Lewis Spring Falls

1.2 miles away

In Shenandoah National Park

Virginia

Moderate

3.3 miles 990 ft

All 18 Waterfalls Near Harrisonburg

Cedar Falls waterfall

Cedar Falls

18.1 miles away

In Shenandoah National Park

Virginia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Dry Run Falls waterfall

Dry Run Falls

18.9 miles away

In Shenandoah National Park

Virginia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Jones Run Falls waterfall

Jones Run Falls

7 miles away

In Shenandoah National Park

Virginia

Moderate

3.4 miles 915 ft

South River Falls waterfall

South River Falls

19.1 miles away

In Shenandoah National Park

Virginia

Moderate

4.8 miles 1,200 ft

Big Rock Falls waterfall

Big Rock Falls

1.2 miles away

In Shenandoah National Park

Virginia

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Lewis Spring Falls waterfall

Lewis Spring Falls

1.2 miles away

In Shenandoah National Park

Virginia

Moderate

3.3 miles 990 ft

Dark Hollow Falls waterfall

Dark Hollow Falls

29.2 miles away

In Shenandoah National Park

Virginia

Moderate

1.4 miles 440 ft

Rose River Falls waterfall

Rose River Falls

1.2 miles away

In Shenandoah National Park

Virginia

Moderate

4.0 miles 910 ft

Climbing Rose Falls waterfall

Climbing Rose Falls

2.4 miles away

In Shenandoah National Park

Virginia

Moderate

3.0 miles 500 ft

The Falls waterfall

The Falls

35 miles away

Virginia

Easy

1.5 miles 200 ft

Goods Falls

39.4 miles away

In Shenandoah National Park

Virginia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

46.7 miles away

Virginia

Moderate

3.8 miles 1,073 ft

Glenn Falls waterfall

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Glenn Falls

48.1 miles away

Virginia

Moderate

2.0 miles 500 ft

Gibbs Falls waterfall

Gibbs Falls

49.8 miles away

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

Falls of Seneca waterfall

Falls of Seneca

44.9 miles away

West Virginia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Miller Falls

44 miles away

In Shenandoah National Park

Virginia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Statons Creek Falls waterfall

Statons Creek Falls

4.8 miles away

Virginia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Harrisonburg

Are there free waterfalls near Harrisonburg?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Harrisonburg, including Dry Run Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Harrisonburg?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Harrisonburg, including The Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Harrisonburg?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Harrisonburg, including Big Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Harrisonburg?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Harrisonburg, including Big Rock Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Harrisonburg?

The shortest waterfall hike near Harrisonburg is Big Rock Falls at 1.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Harrisonburg?

The tallest waterfall near Harrisonburg is Crabtree Falls at 1,200 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Harrisonburg?

Yes, 18 waterfalls near Harrisonburg have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Harrisonburg?

The closest waterfall to Harrisonburg is Cedar Falls, approximately 16.1 miles away.

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