Waterfall Hikes Near South Riding, VA

33,358 residents
New York Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near South Riding? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of South Riding. 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 38.9120°N, -77.5132°W

Map of Waterfalls Near South Riding

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

1 of 6 waterfalls near South Riding is flowing strongly today

Cunningham Falls Barely Flowing Goods Falls Roaring Greasy Falls Moderate Miller Falls Moderate Mountain Falls Barely Flowing The Cascade Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 96°F

Wed 100°F Sunny
Thu 101°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 96°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 91°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 91°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 91°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 91°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near South Riding

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Goods Falls Roaring · 622 cfs 95th percentile
  2. 2 Greasy Falls Moderate · 536 cfs 35th percentile
  3. 3 Miller Falls Moderate · 536 cfs 35th percentile
  4. 4 Cunningham Falls Barely Flowing · 31 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Mountain Falls Barely Flowing · 16 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 The Cascade Barely Flowing · 11 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near South Riding (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.

The Cascade

43.9 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft
Cunningham Falls waterfall

Cunningham Falls

32.8 miles away
Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near South Riding

The Cascade

43.9 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft

Miller Falls

33.2 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cunningham Falls waterfall

Cunningham Falls

32.8 miles away
Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft
Greasy Falls waterfall

Greasy Falls

30.4 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Goods Falls

24.3 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mountain Falls waterfall

Mountain Falls

45 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near South Riding

Are there free waterfalls near South Riding?

There are 2 free waterfalls near South Riding, including Goods Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near South Riding?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near South Riding, including Cunningham Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in South Riding?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near South Riding, including Cunningham Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near South Riding?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near South Riding, including Cunningham Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near South Riding?

The shortest waterfall hike near South Riding is Cunningham Falls at 0.9 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near South Riding?

The tallest waterfall near South Riding is Cunningham Falls at 78 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around South Riding?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near South Riding have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to South Riding?

The closest waterfall to South Riding is The Cascade, approximately 30.1 miles away.

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