Waterfall Hikes Near Stafford Courthouse, VA

4,996 residents
New York Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Stafford Courthouse? There are 8 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Stafford Courthouse. 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 38.4184°N, -77.4202°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Stafford Courthouse

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 8 gauged

1 of 8 waterfalls near Stafford Courthouse is flowing strongly today

Big Rock Falls Moderate Climbing Rose Falls Moderate Dark Hollow Falls Moderate Lewis Spring Falls Moderate Rose River Falls Moderate Cedar Falls Strong Dry Run Falls Barely Flowing South River Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 83°F

Aft 93°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 86°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 82°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Lab 83°F Sunny Best
Tue 85°F Sunny
Wed 88°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 91°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Stafford Courthouse

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Cedar Falls Strong · 223 cfs 81st percentile
  2. 2 Big Rock Falls Moderate · 283 cfs 63rd percentile
  3. 3 Climbing Rose Falls Moderate · 283 cfs 63rd percentile
  4. 4 Dark Hollow Falls Moderate · 283 cfs 63rd percentile
  5. 5 Lewis Spring Falls Moderate · 283 cfs 63rd percentile
  6. 6 Rose River Falls Moderate · 283 cfs 63rd percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Stafford Courthouse (5 waterfalls)

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

Big Rock Falls waterfall

Big Rock Falls

12.6 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Rose River Falls waterfall

Rose River Falls

13.8 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
4.0 miles 910 ft
South River Falls waterfall

South River Falls

10.3 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
4.8 miles 1,200 ft
Dry Run Falls waterfall

Dry Run Falls

12.3 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 8 Waterfalls Near Stafford Courthouse

Climbing Rose Falls waterfall

Climbing Rose Falls

11.4 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Big Rock Falls waterfall

Big Rock Falls

12.6 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Rose River Falls waterfall

Rose River Falls

13.8 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
4.0 miles 910 ft
Dark Hollow Falls waterfall

Dark Hollow Falls

13.8 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
1.4 miles 440 ft
South River Falls waterfall

South River Falls

10.3 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
4.8 miles 1,200 ft
Dry Run Falls waterfall

Dry Run Falls

12.3 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lewis Spring Falls waterfall

Lewis Spring Falls

15 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.3 miles 990 ft
Cedar Falls waterfall

Cedar Falls

12.7 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Stafford Courthouse

Are there free waterfalls near Stafford Courthouse?

There is 1 free waterfall near Stafford Courthouse, including Dry Run Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Stafford Courthouse?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Stafford Courthouse, including Big Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Stafford Courthouse?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Stafford Courthouse, including Big Rock Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Stafford Courthouse?

The shortest waterfall hike near Stafford Courthouse is Big Rock Falls at 1.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Stafford Courthouse?

The tallest waterfall near Stafford Courthouse is South River Falls at 83 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Stafford Courthouse?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Stafford Courthouse have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Stafford Courthouse?

The closest waterfall to Stafford Courthouse is Climbing Rose Falls, approximately 45 miles away.

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