Waterfall Hikes Near Selma, VA

455 residents
New_York Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Selma? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Selma. 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 37.8041°N, -79.8495°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Selma

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

13 of 14 gauged

11 of 13 waterfalls near Selma are flowing strongly today

Apple Orchard Falls Roaring Beaverdam Falls Strong Blue Suck Falls Barely Flowing Falling Spring Falls Barely Flowing Crabtree Falls Strong Falling Rock Falls Strong Falls of Hills Creek Roaring Gibbs Falls Roaring Glenn Falls Roaring Meadow Creek Falls Roaring Panther Falls Strong Statons Creek Falls Strong The Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 71°F

Aft 71°F Sunny
Wed 71°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 60°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 71°F Sunny Best
Sat 83°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 86°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 88°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Find waterfalls to hike near Selma

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Selma (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.

Falling Spring Falls waterfall

Falling Spring Falls

40 miles away
Virginia
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Selma (10 waterfalls)

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

Blue Suck Falls waterfall

Blue Suck Falls

34.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Statons Creek Falls waterfall

Statons Creek Falls

15.2 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Apple Orchard Falls waterfall

Apple Orchard Falls

39.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.5 miles 1,000 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Selma

Blue Suck Falls waterfall

Blue Suck Falls

34.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falling Spring Falls waterfall

Falling Spring Falls

40 miles away
Virginia
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

Beaverdam Falls

41.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Statons Creek Falls waterfall

Statons Creek Falls

15.2 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Meadow Creek Falls waterfall

Meadow Creek Falls

12.4 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Apple Orchard Falls waterfall

Apple Orchard Falls

39.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.5 miles 1,000 ft
Panther Falls waterfall

Panther Falls

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

Falling Rock Falls

12.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gibbs Falls waterfall

Gibbs Falls

28.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Glenn Falls waterfall

Glenn Falls

33.4 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

42.1 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
3.8 miles 1,073 ft
Falls of Hills Creek waterfall

Falls of Hills Creek

42.8 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
1.3 miles 200 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

47.4 miles away
Virginia
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Whitaker Falls

38.1 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Selma

Are there free waterfalls near Selma?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Selma, including Apple Orchard Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Selma?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Selma, including Falling Spring Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Selma?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Selma, including Apple Orchard Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Selma?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Selma, including Apple Orchard Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Selma?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Selma, including Panther Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Selma?

The shortest waterfall hike near Selma is Apple Orchard Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Selma?

The tallest waterfall near Selma is Crabtree Falls at 1200 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Selma require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Selma?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Selma have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Selma?

The closest waterfall to Selma is Blue Suck Falls, approximately 6.1 miles away.

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