Waterfall Hikes Near Oakton, VA

36,529 residents
New York Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Oakton? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Oakton. 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 38.8887°N, -77.3016°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Oakton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

2 of 4 waterfalls near Oakton are flowing strongly today

Cunningham Falls Low Greasy Falls Strong Miller Falls Strong The Cascade Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 96°F

Sat 82°F Patchy Fog
Sun 84°F Patchy Fog then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 87°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 92°F Sunny
Wed 96°F Sunny Best
Thu 100°F Sunny
Fri 99°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Oakton

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Greasy Falls Strong · 497 cfs 86th percentile
  2. 2 Miller Falls Strong · 497 cfs 86th percentile
  3. 3 Cunningham Falls Low · 34 cfs 17th percentile
  4. 4 The Cascade Barely Flowing · 13 cfs 1st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Oakton (2 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.

The Cascade

11.7 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft
Cunningham Falls waterfall

Cunningham Falls

Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Oakton

The Cascade

11.7 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft
Cunningham Falls waterfall

Cunningham Falls

Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft

Miller Falls

20.5 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Greasy Falls waterfall

Greasy Falls

22.6 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Oakton

Are there free waterfalls near Oakton?

There is 1 free waterfall near Oakton, including Miller Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Oakton?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Oakton, including Cunningham Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Oakton?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Oakton, including Cunningham Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Oakton?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Oakton, including Cunningham Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Oakton?

The shortest waterfall hike near Oakton is Cunningham Falls at 0.9 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Oakton?

The tallest waterfall near Oakton is Cunningham Falls at 78 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Oakton?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Oakton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Oakton?

The closest waterfall to Oakton is The Cascade, approximately 40.2 miles away.

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