Waterfall Hikes Near Lynchburg, VA

128,849 residents
New York Time Zone
9 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Crabtree Falls is the trip everyone in Lynchburg should make once, 1,200 feet of cascades stacked down the mountain over a 3.8 mile round trip, dogs allowed. Panther Falls is the summer answer, 0.3 miles to swimming holes on the Pedlar River. Apple Orchard Falls climbs 1,000 feet in 2.5 miles to a 200 foot drop near the Blue Ridge Parkway. Statons Creek Falls shows itself from the road. Nine falls land in the fifty mile circle northwest of town.

Located at 37.4003°N, -79.1909°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lynchburg

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 9 gauged

1 of 9 waterfalls near Lynchburg is flowing strongly today

Apple Orchard Falls Moderate Crabtree Falls Barely Flowing Falling Rock Falls Barely Flowing Gibbs Falls Moderate Glenn Falls Moderate Meadow Creek Falls Strong Panther Falls Barely Flowing Statons Creek Falls Barely Flowing The Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 86°F

Tod 94°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 92°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 93°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 91°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 86°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 90°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 92°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Lynchburg

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 Gibbs Falls Moderate · 22 cfs 69th percentile
  3. 3 Glenn Falls Moderate · 22 cfs 69th percentile
  4. 4 Apple Orchard Falls Moderate · 650 cfs 43rd percentile
  5. 5 Crabtree Falls Barely Flowing · 9 cfs 6th percentile
  6. 6 The Falls Barely Flowing · 19 cfs 5th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lynchburg (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 Lynchburg (6 waterfalls)

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

Panther Falls waterfall

Panther Falls

8.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Apple Orchard Falls waterfall

Apple Orchard Falls

28.5 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.5 miles 1,000 ft
Statons Creek Falls waterfall

Statons Creek Falls

30.5 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

21 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
3.8 miles 1,073 ft
Gibbs Falls waterfall

Gibbs Falls

34.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 9 Waterfalls Near Lynchburg

Panther Falls waterfall

Panther Falls

8.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Apple Orchard Falls waterfall

Apple Orchard Falls

28.5 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.5 miles 1,000 ft
Statons Creek Falls waterfall

Statons Creek Falls

30.5 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Glenn Falls waterfall CC

Glenn Falls

29.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

21 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
3.8 miles 1,073 ft
Gibbs Falls waterfall

Gibbs Falls

34.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

40.5 miles away
Virginia
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Falling Rock Falls waterfall

Falling Rock Falls

27.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Meadow Creek Falls waterfall

Meadow Creek Falls

48 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lynchburg

Are there free waterfalls near Lynchburg?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Lynchburg, including Apple Orchard Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lynchburg?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lynchburg?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lynchburg, including Apple Orchard Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lynchburg?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lynchburg, including Apple Orchard Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Lynchburg?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lynchburg?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lynchburg is Apple Orchard Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Lynchburg?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lynchburg?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Lynchburg have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lynchburg?

The closest waterfall to Lynchburg is Panther Falls, approximately 19.1 miles away.

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