Waterfall Hikes Near Orange, VA

4,919 residents
New York Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Orange? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Orange. 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 38.2485°N, -78.1129°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Orange

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 12 gauged

6 of 12 waterfalls near Orange are flowing strongly today

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

Updated 27 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 102°F

Wed 98°F Sunny
Thu 102°F Sunny
Fri 102°F Sunny Best
Ind 99°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 95°F Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 90°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 87°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Orange

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Big Rock Falls Strong · 410 cfs 75th percentile
  2. 2 Climbing Rose Falls Strong · 410 cfs 75th percentile
  3. 3 Dark Hollow Falls Strong · 410 cfs 75th percentile
  4. 4 Goods Falls Strong · 410 cfs 75th percentile
  5. 5 Lewis Spring Falls Strong · 410 cfs 75th percentile
  6. 6 Rose River Falls Strong · 410 cfs 75th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Orange (6 waterfalls)

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

South River Falls waterfall

South River Falls

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

Dry Run Falls

46.5 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Rock Falls waterfall

Big Rock Falls

37.3 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Jones Run Falls waterfall

Jones Run Falls

45.1 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.4 miles 915 ft

All 12 Waterfalls Near Orange

South River Falls waterfall

South River Falls

46.3 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
4.8 miles 1,200 ft
Climbing Rose Falls waterfall

Climbing Rose Falls

33.7 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Dry Run Falls waterfall

Dry Run Falls

46.5 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Rock Falls waterfall

Big Rock Falls

37.3 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cedar Falls waterfall

Cedar Falls

47.2 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Jones Run Falls waterfall

Jones Run Falls

45.1 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.4 miles 915 ft
Rose River Falls waterfall

Rose River Falls

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

Dark Hollow Falls

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

Lewis Spring Falls

37.2 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.3 miles 990 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

Goods Falls

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Orange

Are there free waterfalls near Orange?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Orange?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Orange, including Big Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Orange?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Orange, including Big Rock Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Orange?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Orange?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Orange?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Orange have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Orange?

The closest waterfall to Orange is South River Falls, approximately 22.8 miles away.

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