Waterfall Hikes Near Stanardsville, VA

492 residents
New York Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Stanardsville? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Stanardsville. 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 38.2991°N, -78.4368°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Stanardsville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 14 gauged

2 of 14 waterfalls near Stanardsville are flowing strongly today

Big Rock Falls Moderate Climbing Rose Falls Moderate Dark Hollow Falls Moderate Goods Falls Moderate Lewis Spring Falls Moderate Rose River Falls Moderate Cedar Falls Moderate Jones Run Falls Moderate Crabtree Falls Moderate Dry Run Falls Barely Flowing South River Falls Barely Flowing Greasy Falls Strong Miller Falls Strong The Falls Moderate

Updated 30 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 98°F

Aft 92°F Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 84°F Patchy Fog then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 88°F Patchy Fog
Tue 94°F Sunny
Wed 98°F Sunny Best
Thu 101°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Stanardsville

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Greasy Falls Moderate · 450 cfs 64th percentile
  2. 2 Miller Falls Moderate · 450 cfs 64th percentile
  3. 3 Big Rock Falls Moderate · 369 cfs 62nd percentile
  4. 4 Climbing Rose Falls Moderate · 369 cfs 62nd percentile
  5. 5 Dark Hollow Falls Moderate · 369 cfs 62nd percentile
  6. 6 Goods Falls Moderate · 369 cfs 62nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Stanardsville (1 waterfall)

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 Stanardsville (8 waterfalls)

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

South River Falls waterfall

South River Falls

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

Dry Run Falls

46.5 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Rock Falls waterfall

Big Rock Falls

37.3 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Lewis Spring Falls waterfall

Lewis Spring Falls

37.2 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.3 miles 990 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Stanardsville

South River Falls waterfall

South River Falls

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

Dry Run Falls

46.5 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cedar Falls waterfall

Cedar Falls

47.2 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Rock Falls waterfall

Big Rock Falls

37.3 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Dark Hollow Falls waterfall

Dark Hollow Falls

36.2 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
1.4 miles 440 ft
Lewis Spring Falls waterfall

Lewis Spring Falls

37.2 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.3 miles 990 ft
Rose River Falls waterfall

Rose River Falls

34.9 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
4.0 miles 910 ft
Climbing Rose Falls waterfall

Climbing Rose Falls

33.7 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Jones Run Falls waterfall

Jones Run Falls

45.1 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.4 miles 915 ft

Goods Falls

28.7 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Greasy Falls waterfall

Greasy Falls

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

Miller Falls

20.5 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

25.4 miles away
Virginia
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

49.2 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
3.8 miles 1,073 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Stanardsville

Are there free waterfalls near Stanardsville?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Stanardsville, including Dry Run Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Stanardsville?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Stanardsville, including The Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Stanardsville?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Stanardsville, including Big Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Stanardsville?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Stanardsville, including Big Rock Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Stanardsville?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Stanardsville?

The tallest waterfall near Stanardsville is Crabtree Falls at 1,200 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Stanardsville?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Stanardsville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Stanardsville?

The closest waterfall to Stanardsville is South River Falls, approximately 6.7 miles away.

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Thorn Spring

53.7 mi 72°F

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