Waterfall Hikes Near Mechanicsburg, VA

13 residents
New_York Time Zone
16 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mechanicsburg? There are 16 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mechanicsburg. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 37.1520°N, -80.9411°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mechanicsburg

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

16 of 16 gauged

7 of 16 waterfalls near Mechanicsburg are flowing strongly today

Big Falls Roaring Cascades Roaring Upper Falls Roaring Brooks Falls Moderate Richman Falls Moderate Sandstone Falls Moderate Bull Falls Strong Harvey Falls Strong Falls of Dismal Strong Great Falls of Dan Barely Flowing White Falls Barely Flowing Smith River Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Wylie Falls Moderate The Falls Strong Styles Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 12 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 67°F

Sat 72°F Partly Sunny
Sun 78°F Sunny
Mon 63°F Rain Showers Likely
Tue 67°F Sunny Best
Wed 69°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 67°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 73°F Mostly Sunny

Find waterfalls to hike near Mechanicsburg

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

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

Falls of Dismal waterfall

Falls of Dismal

31.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bull Falls

44 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

34.4 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 16 Waterfalls Near Mechanicsburg

Falls of Dismal waterfall

Falls of Dismal

31.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wylie Falls waterfall

Wylie Falls

37.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

17.5 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Bull Falls

44 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Harvey Falls waterfall

Harvey Falls

38.3 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

34.4 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cascades waterfall

Cascades

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

Upper Falls

22.4 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Brooks Falls waterfall

Brooks Falls

22.9 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sandstone Falls waterfall

Sandstone Falls

49.8 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Styles Falls waterfall

Styles Falls

15.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
Richman Falls waterfall

Richman Falls

22.2 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

26.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Great Falls of Dan

24.2 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Smith River Falls waterfall

Smith River Falls

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

White Falls

12.5 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mechanicsburg

Are there free waterfalls near Mechanicsburg?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Mechanicsburg, including Brooks Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Mechanicsburg?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Mechanicsburg, including Brooks Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mechanicsburg?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Mechanicsburg, including Brooks Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Mechanicsburg?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mechanicsburg?

The shortest waterfall hike near Mechanicsburg is Big Falls at 2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Mechanicsburg?

The tallest waterfall near Mechanicsburg is Cascades at 66 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Mechanicsburg?

Yes, 16 waterfalls near Mechanicsburg have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Mechanicsburg?

The closest waterfall to Mechanicsburg is Falls of Dismal, approximately 3.5 miles away.

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Alum Springs

6.1 mi 72°F

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New River White Sulphur Springs

New River White Sulphur Springs

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Old Sweet Spring

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