Waterfall Hikes Near Ripplemead, VA

275 residents
New York Time Zone
18 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Ripplemead? There are 18 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Ripplemead. 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 37.3390°N, -80.6883°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Ripplemead

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

18 of 18 gauged

4 of 18 waterfalls near Ripplemead 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 Great Falls of Dan Barely Flowing White Falls Barely Flowing Smith River Falls Barely Flowing Meadow Creek Falls Strong Wylie Falls Barely Flowing The Falls Low Styles Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Chance Rain Showers · 83°F

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Flowing best right now near Ripplemead

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Upper Falls Strong · 446 cfs 87th percentile
  2. 2 Big Falls Strong · 446 cfs 87th percentile
  3. 3 Meadow Creek Falls Strong · 21 cfs 87th percentile
  4. 4 Cascades Strong · 446 cfs 87th percentile
  5. 5 Beaverdam Falls Moderate · 33 cfs 44th percentile
  6. 6 Falls of Dismal Moderate · 122 cfs 43rd percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Ripplemead (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 Ripplemead

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

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
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

34.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
White Falls waterfall

White Falls

36.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Ripplemead

Are there free waterfalls near Ripplemead?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Ripplemead?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Ripplemead?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Ripplemead?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Ripplemead?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Ripplemead?

The tallest waterfall near Ripplemead is Cascades at 66 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Ripplemead require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Ripplemead?

Yes, 18 waterfalls near Ripplemead have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Ripplemead?

The closest waterfall to Ripplemead is Cascades, approximately 6.1 miles away.

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Hot springs near Ripplemead, Virginia

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