Waterfall Hikes Near Shawsville, VA

1,529 residents
New_York Time Zone
21 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Shawsville? There are 21 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Shawsville. 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 37.1707°N, -80.2527°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Shawsville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

21 of 21 gauged

21 of 21 waterfalls near Shawsville are flowing strongly today

Apple Orchard Falls Strong Beaverdam Falls Roaring Big Falls Roaring Cascades Roaring Upper Falls Roaring Bull Falls Roaring Harvey Falls Roaring Falling Rock Falls Roaring Falling Spring Falls Strong Falls of Dismal Roaring Great Falls of Dan Roaring White Falls Roaring Smith River Falls Roaring Hidden Falls Roaring Lower Cascade Falls Roaring Window Falls Roaring Upper Cascade Falls Roaring Tory Falls Roaring Meadow Creek Falls Roaring Wylie Falls Roaring Styles Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Tue 79°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Wed 80°F Mostly Cloudy then Occasional Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 82°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 80°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 76°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 73°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mon 75°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Shawsville (3 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 Shawsville (13 waterfalls)

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

Styles Falls waterfall

Styles Falls

43.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
Cascades waterfall

Cascades

15.1 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
4.0 miles 700 ft

All 21 Waterfalls Near Shawsville

Apple Orchard Falls waterfall

Apple Orchard Falls

Virginia
Moderate
2.5 miles 1,000 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Shawsville

Are there free waterfalls near Shawsville?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Shawsville, including Apple Orchard Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Shawsville?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Shawsville, including Falling Spring Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Shawsville?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Shawsville, including Apple Orchard Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Shawsville?

There are 15 kid-friendly waterfalls near Shawsville, including Apple Orchard Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Shawsville?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Shawsville?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Shawsville?

The tallest waterfall near Shawsville is Apple Orchard Falls at 200 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Shawsville require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Shawsville?

Yes, 16 waterfalls near Shawsville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Shawsville?

The closest waterfall to Shawsville is Styles Falls, approximately 4.9 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Shawsville, Virginia

New River White Sulphur Springs

New River White Sulphur Springs

21.3 mi 85°F

New River White Sulphur Springs produces 85-degree water that flows 30.3 degrees above ambient temperature at 1,780 feet elevat...
Old Sweet Spring

Old Sweet Spring

23.0 mi 73°F

Old Sweet Spring flows at 73°F from a site 59.3 meters from Jefferson Lane in Greenbrier County, West Virginia. The spring emer...

Sweet Chalybeate Spring

23.8 mi 75°F

Sweet Chalybeate Spring flows at 75 degrees Fahrenheit, emerging 21.1 degrees above ambient temperature at 2,010 feet elevation...

Alum Springs

23.9 mi 72°F

Alum Springs flows at 72°F in Pulaski County, Virginia, emerging 18.4 degrees above the 53.6°F ambient temperature at 1,967 fee...

Layton Spring

44.9 mi 72°F

Layton Spring produces 72-degree water that flows 17.2 degrees above ambient temperature at 1,334 feet elevation in the City of...

Falling Spring

47.7 mi 77°F

Falling Spring emerges at 77 degrees Fahrenheit, flowing 25 degrees above the ambient temperature in the City of Covington, Vir...

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