Waterfall Hikes Near Petersburg, WV
within 50 miles
Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Petersburg? Luckily, there are 21 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Petersburg, making it a perfect hub for waterfall enthusiasts. These trails range from easy to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.
Map of Waterfalls Near Petersburg
Find waterfalls to hike near Petersburg
🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Petersburg (7 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.

Blackwater Falls
13.4 miles awayWest Virginia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 100 ft

Upper Swallow Falls
30.7 miles awayMaryland
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.25 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Maryland
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.25 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Lower Swallow Falls
25.5 miles awayMaryland
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.25 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Muddy Creek Falls
12.9 miles awayMaryland
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.25 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Petersburg (12 waterfalls)
Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Blackwater Falls
13.4 miles awayWest Virginia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 100 ft

Upper Swallow Falls
30.7 miles awayMaryland
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.25 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Maryland
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.25 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Lower Swallow Falls
25.5 miles awayMaryland
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.25 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Muddy Creek Falls
12.9 miles awayMaryland
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.25 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
All Hiking Trails Near Petersburg With Waterfalls

Blackwater Falls
13.4 miles awayWest Virginia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 100 ft

Falls of Seneca
27.5 miles awayWest Virginia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Upper Swallow Falls
30.7 miles awayMaryland
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.25 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Maryland
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.25 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Lower Swallow Falls
25.5 miles awayMaryland
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.25 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Muddy Creek Falls
12.9 miles awayMaryland
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.25 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Mountain Falls
66.1 miles awayVirginia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

High Falls
19 miles awayWest Virginia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 6.8 miles
Elevation Gain: 800 ft

Goods Falls
42.6 miles awayVirginia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Gap Falls
34.9 miles awayMaryland
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Greasy Falls
63.3 miles awayVirginia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Miller Falls
43.5 miles awayVirginia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Lewis Spring Falls
20.2 miles awayVirginia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 990 ft

Dark Hollow Falls
21.2 miles awayVirginia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 440 ft

Rose River Falls
39.6 miles awayVirginia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 910 ft

Niagara Falls
50.4 miles awayWest Virginia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Cedar Falls
11.8 miles awayVirginia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Big Rock Falls
20.1 miles awayVirginia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Dry Run Falls
12.2 miles away
Climbing Rose Falls
40.2 miles awayVirginia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft