Waterfall Hikes Near Radford, VA

16,379 residents
New York Time Zone
23 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Radford? There are 23 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Radford. 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 37.1229°N, -80.5587°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Radford

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

23 of 23 gauged

11 of 23 waterfalls near Radford are flowing strongly today

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

Updated 35 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 85°F

Wed 81°F Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 85°F Patchy Fog then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Fri 84°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 84°F Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 85°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms Best
Mon 87°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 87°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Radford

Updated 35 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Tory Falls Roaring · 449 cfs 95th percentile
  2. 2 Upper Cascade Falls Roaring · 449 cfs 95th percentile
  3. 3 Window Falls Roaring · 449 cfs 95th percentile
  4. 4 Lower Cascade Falls Roaring · 449 cfs 95th percentile
  5. 5 Hidden Falls Roaring · 449 cfs 95th percentile
  6. 6 Styles Falls Roaring · 186 cfs 92nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Radford (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Radford (14 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
Styles Falls waterfall

Styles Falls

42.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
Falls of Dismal waterfall

Falls of Dismal

27.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Great Falls of Dan

23.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 23 Waterfalls Near Radford

Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

29.1 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
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
Styles Falls waterfall

Styles Falls

42.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
Falls of Dismal waterfall

Falls of Dismal

27.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Great Falls of Dan

23.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wylie Falls

37.5 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

Harvey Falls

33.4 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
White Falls waterfall

White Falls

36.3 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

Bull Falls

29 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

34.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 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

Tory Falls

31.7 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Richman Falls waterfall

Richman Falls

18 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Cascade Falls waterfall

Lower Cascade Falls

29.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Radford

Are there free waterfalls near Radford?

There are 12 free waterfalls near Radford, including Brooks Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Radford?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Radford, including Lower Cascade Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Radford?

There are 14 dog-friendly waterfalls near Radford, including Brooks Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Radford?

There are 17 kid-friendly waterfalls near Radford, including Beaverdam Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Radford?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Radford?

The shortest waterfall hike near Radford is Beaverdam Falls at 0.8 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Radford?

The tallest waterfall near Radford is Cascades at 66 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Radford require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Radford?

Yes, 18 waterfalls near Radford have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Radford?

The closest waterfall to Radford is Big Falls, approximately 7.9 miles away.

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Hot springs near Radford, Virginia

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Alum Springs

12.3 mi 72°F

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Old Sweet Spring

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