Waterfall Hikes Near Leesburg, VA

48,465 residents
New York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Leesburg? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Leesburg. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 39.1057°N, -77.5544°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Leesburg

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

5 waterfalls near Leesburg have live flow data today

Cunningham Falls Barely Flowing Greasy Falls Moderate Miller Falls Moderate Mountain Falls Moderate The Cascade Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 86°F

Thu 89°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 86°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sat 86°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 89°F Sunny
Mon 92°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 94°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 94°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Leesburg

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Mountain Falls Moderate · 12 cfs 41st percentile
  2. 2 Greasy Falls Moderate · 405 cfs 26th percentile
  3. 3 Miller Falls Moderate · 405 cfs 26th percentile
  4. 4 The Cascade Low · 12 cfs 18th percentile
  5. 5 Cunningham Falls Barely Flowing · 38 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Leesburg (2 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.

The Cascade

13.2 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft
Cunningham Falls waterfall

Cunningham Falls

33.1 miles away
Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Leesburg

The Cascade

13.2 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft
Cunningham Falls waterfall

Cunningham Falls

33.1 miles away
Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft
Mountain Falls waterfall

Mountain Falls

45.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Miller Falls

40.8 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Greasy Falls waterfall

Greasy Falls

43.6 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Leesburg

Are there free waterfalls near Leesburg?

There is 1 free waterfall near Leesburg, including Miller Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Leesburg?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Leesburg, including Cunningham Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Leesburg?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Leesburg, including Cunningham Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Leesburg?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Leesburg, including Cunningham Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Leesburg?

The shortest waterfall hike near Leesburg is Cunningham Falls at 0.9 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Leesburg?

The tallest waterfall near Leesburg is Cunningham Falls at 78 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Leesburg?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Leesburg have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Leesburg?

The closest waterfall to Leesburg is The Cascade, approximately 21.4 miles away.

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