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

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

18 of 18 gauged

1 of 18 waterfalls near Harrisonburg is flowing strongly today

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

Updated 10 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 74°F

Aft 73°F Sunny
Sun 68°F Partly Sunny
Mon 70°F Partly Sunny
Tue 74°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 81°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 82°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 80°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Harrisonburg

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Crabtree Falls Roaring · 9 cfs 92nd percentile
  2. 2 Rose River Falls Moderate · 274 cfs 62nd percentile
  3. 3 Lewis Spring Falls Moderate · 274 cfs 62nd percentile
  4. 4 Goods Falls Moderate · 274 cfs 62nd percentile
  5. 5 Dark Hollow Falls Moderate · 274 cfs 62nd percentile
  6. 6 Climbing Rose Falls Moderate · 274 cfs 62nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Harrisonburg (4 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.

Dry Run Falls waterfall

Dry Run Falls

16.5 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown

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

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

Jones Run Falls waterfall

Jones Run Falls

17.2 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.4 miles 915 ft
South River Falls waterfall

South River Falls

18.5 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
4.8 miles 1,200 ft
Big Rock Falls waterfall

Big Rock Falls

22 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Lewis Spring Falls waterfall

Lewis Spring Falls

22.1 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.3 miles 990 ft

All 18 Waterfalls Near Harrisonburg

Cedar Falls waterfall

Cedar Falls

16.1 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Dry Run Falls waterfall

Dry Run Falls

16.5 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown
Jones Run Falls waterfall

Jones Run Falls

17.2 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.4 miles 915 ft
South River Falls waterfall

South River Falls

18.5 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
4.8 miles 1,200 ft
Big Rock Falls waterfall

Big Rock Falls

22 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Lewis Spring Falls waterfall

Lewis Spring Falls

22.1 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.3 miles 990 ft
Dark Hollow Falls waterfall

Dark Hollow Falls

23.1 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
1.4 miles 440 ft
Rose River Falls waterfall

Rose River Falls

24.3 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
4.0 miles 910 ft
Climbing Rose Falls waterfall

Climbing Rose Falls

25.5 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

33.1 miles away
Virginia
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
LiDAR terrain view around Goods Falls in Virginia LiDAR

Goods Falls

36.1 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

37.5 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
3.8 miles 1,073 ft
Glenn Falls waterfall CC

Glenn Falls

38.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
Gibbs Falls waterfall

Gibbs Falls

40.6 miles away
Virginia
Easy
1.5 miles Unknown
Greasy Falls waterfall

Greasy Falls

42.1 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Falls of Seneca waterfall

Falls of Seneca

44.8 miles away
West Virginia
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around Miller Falls in Virginia, about 396 feet of drop LiDAR

Miller Falls

45 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Statons Creek Falls waterfall

Statons Creek Falls

48.4 miles away
Virginia
Drive Up
Unknown Unknown

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 are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Harrisonburg, including Dry Run 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 0.5 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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