Waterfall Hikes Near Ridgeway, VA

1,095 residents
New York Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Ridgeway? There are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Ridgeway. 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 36.5781°N, -79.8583°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Ridgeway

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 10 gauged

10 waterfalls near Ridgeway have live flow data today

Falling Rock Falls Moderate Great Falls of Dan Low White Falls Low Smith River Falls Low Hidden Falls Barely Flowing Lower Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Window Falls Barely Flowing Upper Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Tory Falls Barely Flowing Styles Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 97°F

Wed 97°F Sunny Best
Thu 97°F Sunny
Fri 100°F Sunny
Ind 98°F Sunny
Sun 96°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 91°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 88°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Ridgeway

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Falling Rock Falls Moderate · 10 cfs 53rd percentile
  2. 2 Styles Falls Moderate · 20 cfs 46th percentile
  3. 3 Great Falls of Dan Low · 6 cfs 18th percentile
  4. 4 White Falls Low · 6 cfs 18th percentile
  5. 5 Smith River Falls Low · 6 cfs 18th percentile
  6. 6 Hidden Falls Barely Flowing · 43 cfs 2nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Ridgeway (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.

Lower Cascade Falls waterfall

Lower Cascade Falls

46 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

Tory Falls

44.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Ridgeway (7 waterfalls)

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

Window Falls waterfall

Window Falls

45.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 300 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

45.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Cascade Falls waterfall

Upper Cascade Falls

45 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 10 Waterfalls Near Ridgeway

White Falls waterfall

White Falls

40.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Cascade Falls waterfall

Lower Cascade Falls

46 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Window Falls waterfall

Window Falls

45.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 300 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

45.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Cascade Falls waterfall

Upper Cascade Falls

45 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tory Falls

44.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Smith River Falls waterfall

Smith River Falls

33.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Great Falls of Dan

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

Falling Rock Falls

33 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Styles Falls waterfall

Styles Falls

44.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Ridgeway

Are there free waterfalls near Ridgeway?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Ridgeway, including Falling Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Ridgeway?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Ridgeway?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Ridgeway, including Great Falls of Dan.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Ridgeway?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Ridgeway, including Great Falls of Dan.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Ridgeway?

The shortest waterfall hike near Ridgeway is Falling Rock Falls at 0.8 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Ridgeway?

The tallest waterfall near Ridgeway is Lower Cascade Falls at 35 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Ridgeway?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Ridgeway have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Ridgeway?

The closest waterfall to Ridgeway is White Falls, approximately 24.9 miles away.

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