Waterfall Hikes Near Meadows of Dan, VA

39 residents
New York Time Zone
18 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

A few dozen people live at Meadows of Dan, up where the Parkway crosses US 58, and eighteen waterfalls surround them. The Dan River makes its own falls a mile's walk from town, dogs fine. Tory Falls barely takes ten minutes. Dropping off the Blue Ridge into North Carolina brings the Hanging Rock set, short trails to Lower Cascade and Window Falls. Styles Falls closes out a weekend at about two and a half miles with a modest climb.

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

4 of 18 waterfalls near Meadows of Dan are flowing strongly today

Big Falls Strong Cascades Strong Upper Falls Strong Carter Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Falling Rock Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls of Dan Barely Flowing White Falls Barely Flowing Smith River Falls Barely Flowing 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 Strong The Falls Low Styles Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 78°F

Tod 84°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 84°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 85°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 84°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 78°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms Best
Sun 82°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 83°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 Upper Falls Strong · 446 cfs 87th percentile
  2. 2 Meadow Creek Falls Strong · 21 cfs 87th percentile
  3. 3 Cascades Strong · 446 cfs 87th percentile
  4. 4 Big Falls Strong · 446 cfs 87th percentile
  5. 5 Falls of Dismal Moderate · 122 cfs 43rd percentile
  6. 6 The Falls Low · 1900 cfs 19th 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

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

Lower Cascade Falls

29.8 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

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

Upper Cascade Falls

30.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 18 Waterfalls Near Meadows of Dan

Smith River Falls waterfall

Smith River Falls

17.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Great Falls of Dan

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

White Falls

36.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tory Falls

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

Lower Cascade Falls

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

Upper Cascade Falls

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

Styles Falls

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

Window Falls

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

Hidden Falls

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

The Falls

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

Big Falls

29.1 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cascades waterfall

Cascades

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

Upper Falls

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

Carter Falls

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

Falls of Dismal

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

Little Falls

44.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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 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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