Waterfall Hikes Near Opal, VA

756 residents
New York Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Opal? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Opal. 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 38.6201°N, -77.8049°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Opal

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 11 gauged

1 of 11 waterfalls near Opal is flowing strongly today

Big Rock Falls Moderate Climbing Rose Falls Moderate Dark Hollow Falls Moderate Goods Falls Moderate Lewis Spring Falls Moderate Rose River Falls Moderate Cedar Falls Strong Dry Run Falls Moderate South River Falls Moderate Greasy Falls Moderate Miller Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 90°F

Wed 86°F Patchy Fog
Thu 90°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 90°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 90°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 90°F Mostly Sunny Best
Mon 92°F Sunny
Tue 92°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Opal

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Cedar Falls Moderate · 216 cfs 69th percentile
  2. 2 Big Rock Falls Moderate · 389 cfs 67th percentile
  3. 3 Climbing Rose Falls Moderate · 389 cfs 67th percentile
  4. 4 Dark Hollow Falls Moderate · 389 cfs 67th percentile
  5. 5 Goods Falls Moderate · 389 cfs 67th percentile
  6. 6 Lewis Spring Falls Moderate · 389 cfs 67th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Opal (5 waterfalls)

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

Rose River Falls waterfall

Rose River Falls

40 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
4.0 miles 910 ft
Lewis Spring Falls waterfall

Lewis Spring Falls

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

All 11 Waterfalls Near Opal

Miller Falls

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

Greasy Falls

24.6 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Climbing Rose Falls waterfall

Climbing Rose Falls

38.8 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Rose River Falls waterfall

Rose River Falls

40 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
4.0 miles 910 ft
Dark Hollow Falls waterfall

Dark Hollow Falls

41.2 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
1.4 miles 440 ft
Lewis Spring Falls waterfall

Lewis Spring Falls

42.3 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.3 miles 990 ft
Big Rock Falls waterfall

Big Rock Falls

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

Goods Falls

30.6 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
South River Falls waterfall

South River Falls

18.5 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
4.8 miles 1,200 ft
Dry Run Falls waterfall

Dry Run Falls

16.5 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cedar Falls waterfall

Cedar Falls

16.1 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Opal

Are there free waterfalls near Opal?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Opal, including Dry Run Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Opal?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Opal, including Big Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Opal?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Opal, including Big Rock Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Opal?

The shortest waterfall hike near Opal is Big Rock Falls at 1.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Opal?

The tallest waterfall near Opal is South River Falls at 83 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Opal?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Opal have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Opal?

The closest waterfall to Opal is Miller Falls, approximately 24.9 miles away.

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