Waterfall Hikes Near Massanutten, VA

2,368 residents
New York Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Staying at Massanutten puts the falls of Shenandoah National Park an easy morning away across the valley. Dark Hollow Falls is the one everyone does first, 70 feet of cascades in 1.4 miles, with 440 feet to climb on the way back up. Rose River Falls makes a 4 mile loop and takes dogs. So does Lewis Spring Falls, 81 feet at the end of a 3.3 mile loop with 990 feet of gain. Seventeen falls ring the resort within fifty miles.

Located at 38.4115°N, -78.7270°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Massanutten

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

17 of 17 gauged

3 of 17 waterfalls near Massanutten are flowing strongly today

Cedar Falls Moderate Jones Run Falls Moderate Crabtree Falls Barely Flowing Gibbs Falls Strong Glenn Falls Strong Greasy Falls Moderate Miller Falls Moderate Mountain Falls Moderate The Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 70°F

Tod 64°F Sunny
Sat 68°F Sunny
Sun 67°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 66°F Partly Sunny
Tue 70°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 73°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 75°F Partly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Massanutten

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Gibbs Falls Roaring · 21 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Glenn Falls Roaring · 21 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 The Falls Strong · 8 cfs 79th percentile
  4. 4 Miller Falls Moderate · 414 cfs 65th percentile
  5. 5 Greasy Falls Moderate · 414 cfs 65th percentile
  6. 6 South River Falls Moderate · 32 cfs 64th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Massanutten (3 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

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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Massanutten (9 waterfalls)

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

Jones Run Falls waterfall

Jones Run Falls

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

South River Falls

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

Big Rock Falls

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

Lewis Spring Falls

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

All 17 Waterfalls Near Massanutten

Cedar Falls waterfall

Cedar Falls

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

Dry Run Falls

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

Jones Run Falls

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

South River Falls

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

Big Rock Falls

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

Lewis Spring Falls

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

Dark Hollow Falls

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

Rose River Falls

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

Climbing Rose Falls

20.5 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
LiDAR terrain view around Goods Falls in Virginia LiDAR

Goods Falls

31.1 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Greasy Falls waterfall

Greasy Falls

37.2 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

38.1 miles away
Virginia
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
LiDAR terrain view around Miller Falls in Virginia, about 396 feet of drop LiDAR

Miller Falls

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

Crabtree Falls

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

Glenn Falls

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

Gibbs Falls

45.6 miles away
Virginia
Easy
1.5 miles Unknown
Mountain Falls waterfall

Mountain Falls

49.2 miles away
Virginia
Unknown
Unknown Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Massanutten

Are there free waterfalls near Massanutten?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Massanutten, including Dry Run Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Massanutten?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Massanutten, including Dry Run Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Massanutten?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Massanutten, including Big Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Massanutten?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Massanutten, including Big Rock Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Massanutten?

The shortest waterfall hike near Massanutten is Big Rock Falls at 0.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Massanutten?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Massanutten?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near Massanutten have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Massanutten?

The closest waterfall to Massanutten is Cedar Falls, approximately 8.7 miles away.

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