Waterfall Hikes Near Pearisburg, VA

2,876 residents
New York Time Zone
18 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Pearisburg? There are 18 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Pearisburg. 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 37.3289°N, -80.7275°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Pearisburg

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

18 of 18 gauged

3 of 18 waterfalls near Pearisburg are flowing strongly today

Beaverdam Falls Moderate Big Falls Strong Cascades Strong Upper Falls Strong Brooks Falls Barely Flowing Richman Falls Barely Flowing Sandstone Falls Barely Flowing Bull Falls Low Harvey Falls Low Falling Rock Falls Barely Flowing Falls of Dismal Moderate Great Falls of Dan Barely Flowing White Falls Barely Flowing Smith River Falls Barely Flowing Meadow Creek Falls Moderate Wylie Falls Barely Flowing The Falls Barely Flowing Styles Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 27 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

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Flowing best right now near Pearisburg

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Upper Falls Strong · 375 cfs 83rd percentile
  2. 2 Big Falls Strong · 375 cfs 83rd percentile
  3. 3 Cascades Strong · 375 cfs 83rd percentile
  4. 4 Meadow Creek Falls Moderate · 20 cfs 61st percentile
  5. 5 Beaverdam Falls Moderate · 33 cfs 44th percentile
  6. 6 Falls of Dismal Moderate · 119 cfs 40th percentile

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

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

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
Falls of Dismal waterfall

Falls of Dismal

27.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 18 Waterfalls Near Pearisburg

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
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

29.1 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Wylie Falls

37.5 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Harvey Falls

33.4 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Dismal waterfall

Falls of Dismal

27.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bull Falls

29 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Brooks Falls waterfall

Brooks Falls

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

Sandstone Falls

18.7 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Richman Falls waterfall

Richman Falls

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

Styles Falls

42.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
Meadow Creek Falls waterfall

Meadow Creek Falls

48 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Beaverdam Falls

26.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falling Rock Falls waterfall

Falling Rock Falls

27.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

34.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Great Falls of Dan

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

Smith River Falls

17.7 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Pearisburg

Are there free waterfalls near Pearisburg?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Pearisburg, including Brooks Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Pearisburg?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Pearisburg?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near Pearisburg, including Beaverdam Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Pearisburg?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Pearisburg?

The shortest waterfall hike near Pearisburg is Beaverdam Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Pearisburg?

The tallest waterfall near Pearisburg is Cascades at 66 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Pearisburg require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Pearisburg requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Pearisburg?

Yes, 18 waterfalls near Pearisburg have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Pearisburg?

The closest waterfall to Pearisburg is Cascades, approximately 8.3 miles away.

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Hot springs near Pearisburg, Virginia

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Falling Spring

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