Waterfall Hikes Near Meadows of Dan, VA

39 residents
New York Time Zone
18 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Meadows of Dan? There are 18 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Meadows of Dan. 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 36.7386°N, -80.3973°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Meadows of Dan

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

18 of 18 gauged

18 waterfalls near Meadows of Dan have live flow data today

Big Falls Moderate Cascades Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Carter Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Falling Rock Falls Barely Flowing Falls of Dismal Barely Flowing Great Falls of Dan Moderate White Falls Moderate Smith River Falls Moderate Hidden Falls Barely Flowing Lower Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Window Falls Barely Flowing Upper Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Tory Falls Barely Flowing Meadow Creek Falls Barely Flowing The Falls Barely Flowing Styles Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 87°F

Sat 80°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 82°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 84°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 87°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 90°F Sunny
Thu 92°F Sunny
Fri 88°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Meadows of Dan

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Big Falls Moderate · 39 cfs 32nd percentile
  2. 2 Cascades Moderate · 39 cfs 32nd percentile
  3. 3 Upper Falls Moderate · 39 cfs 32nd percentile
  4. 4 Smith River Falls Moderate · 7 cfs 31st percentile
  5. 5 White Falls Moderate · 7 cfs 31st percentile
  6. 6 Great Falls of Dan Moderate · 7 cfs 31st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Meadows of Dan (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.

Tory Falls

44.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Lower Cascade Falls waterfall

Lower Cascade Falls

46 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Meadows of Dan (12 waterfalls)

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

Great Falls of Dan

35.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Cascade Falls waterfall

Upper Cascade Falls

45 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 18 Waterfalls Near Meadows of Dan

Smith River Falls waterfall

Smith River Falls

33.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Great Falls of Dan

35.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
White Falls waterfall

White Falls

40.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tory Falls

44.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Lower Cascade Falls waterfall

Lower Cascade Falls

46 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Upper Cascade Falls waterfall

Upper Cascade Falls

45 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Styles Falls waterfall

Styles Falls

44.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
Window Falls waterfall

Window Falls

45.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 300 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

45.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

40.4 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

7.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cascades waterfall

Cascades

44.2 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
4.0 miles 700 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

44 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

24.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Falls of Dismal waterfall

Falls of Dismal

17.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

31.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falling Rock Falls waterfall

Falling Rock Falls

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

Meadow Creek Falls

31 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Meadows of Dan

Are there free waterfalls near Meadows of Dan?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Meadows of Dan, including Carter Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Meadows of Dan?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Meadows of Dan, including Carter Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Meadows of Dan?

There are 12 dog-friendly waterfalls near Meadows of Dan, including Carter Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Meadows of Dan?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near Meadows of Dan, including Carter Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Meadows of Dan?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Meadows of Dan, including Falls of Dismal.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Meadows of Dan?

The shortest waterfall hike near Meadows of Dan is Big Falls at 0.8 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Meadows of Dan?

The tallest waterfall near Meadows of Dan is Cascades at 66 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Meadows of Dan?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Meadows of Dan have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Meadows of Dan?

The closest waterfall to Meadows of Dan is Smith River Falls, approximately 3.2 miles away.

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