Waterfall Hikes Near Hot Springs, VA

455 residents
New York Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

The Homestead brings people to Hot Springs for the baths, and the Alleghenies around it hold fifteen waterfalls. Falling Spring Falls is the famous one, an 80 foot free fall beside Route 220 that Thomas Jefferson wrote about, no hiking required. Blue Suck Falls in Douthat State Park makes a hard 6.5 mile round trip with dogs allowed. Falls of Hills Creek, over the West Virginia line, drops 63 feet at the end of 1.3 miles. Beaverdam Falls is a half mile stroll.

Located at 38.0013°N, -79.8239°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hot Springs

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 15 gauged

1 of 14 waterfalls near Hot Springs is flowing strongly today

Apple Orchard Falls Moderate Beaverdam Falls Low Blue Suck Falls Barely Flowing Falling Spring Falls Barely Flowing Crabtree Falls Strong Falls of Hills Creek Low Gibbs Falls Low Glenn Falls Low Meadow Creek Falls Moderate Panther Falls Barely Flowing Statons Creek Falls Barely Flowing The Falls Low

Updated 38 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 72°F

Mon 67°F Mostly Cloudy
Tue 72°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 77°F Sunny
Thu 79°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 77°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 66°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 62°F Rain Showers Likely

Flowing best right now near Hot Springs

Updated 38 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Crabtree Falls Strong · 5 cfs 78th percentile
  2. 2 Apple Orchard Falls Moderate · 484 cfs 68th percentile
  3. 3 Meadow Creek Falls Moderate · 13 cfs 26th percentile
  4. 4 Falls of Hills Creek Low · 351 cfs 17th percentile
  5. 5 Gibbs Falls Low · 15 cfs 13th percentile
  6. 6 Glenn Falls Low · 15 cfs 13th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hot Springs (7 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.

Falling Spring Falls waterfall

Falling Spring Falls

11.8 miles away
Virginia
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Gibbs Falls waterfall

Gibbs Falls

26.1 miles away
Virginia
Easy
1.5 miles Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around Beaverdam Falls in Virginia, about 104 feet of drop LiDAR

Beaverdam Falls

33.8 miles away
Virginia
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Hot Springs (11 waterfalls)

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

Blue Suck Falls waterfall

Blue Suck Falls

4.8 miles away
Virginia
Hard
6.5 miles Unknown
Falls of Hills Creek waterfall

Falls of Hills Creek

30.1 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
1.3 miles 200 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Hot Springs

Blue Suck Falls waterfall

Blue Suck Falls

4.8 miles away
Virginia
Hard
6.5 miles Unknown
Falling Spring Falls waterfall

Falling Spring Falls

11.8 miles away
Virginia
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Gibbs Falls waterfall

Gibbs Falls

26.1 miles away
Virginia
Easy
1.5 miles Unknown
Falls of Hills Creek waterfall

Falls of Hills Creek

30.1 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
1.3 miles 200 ft
Glenn Falls waterfall CC

Glenn Falls

30.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
LiDAR terrain view around Beaverdam Falls in Virginia, about 104 feet of drop LiDAR

Beaverdam Falls

33.8 miles away
Virginia
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown
Statons Creek Falls waterfall

Statons Creek Falls

35.8 miles away
Virginia
Drive Up
Unknown Unknown
Apple Orchard Falls waterfall

Apple Orchard Falls

36 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.5 miles 1,000 ft
Panther Falls waterfall

Panther Falls

37 miles away
Virginia
Easy
0.3 miles Unknown
Meadow Creek Falls waterfall

Meadow Creek Falls

38 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Falling Rock Falls waterfall

Falling Rock Falls

39.2 miles away
Virginia
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

39.4 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
3.8 miles 1,073 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

39.6 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
6.8 miles 800 ft
LiDAR terrain view around Whitaker Falls in West Virginia, about 52 feet of drop LiDAR

Whitaker Falls

40.8 miles away
West Virginia
Drive Up
Unknown Unknown
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

49.2 miles away
Virginia
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hot Springs

Are there free waterfalls near Hot Springs?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Hot Springs, including Apple Orchard Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hot Springs?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Hot Springs, including Beaverdam Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hot Springs?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near Hot Springs, including Apple Orchard Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hot Springs?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Hot Springs, including Apple Orchard Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Hot Springs?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Hot Springs, including Panther Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hot Springs?

The shortest waterfall hike near Hot Springs is Apple Orchard Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Hot Springs?

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

Do any waterfalls near Hot Springs require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hot Springs?

Yes, 15 waterfalls near Hot Springs have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hot Springs?

The closest waterfall to Hot Springs is Blue Suck Falls, approximately 4.8 miles away.

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