Waterfall Hikes Near Stanley, VA

1,811 residents
New York Time Zone
13 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Stanley? There are 13 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Stanley. 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 38.5769°N, -78.5027°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Stanley

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

13 of 13 gauged

13 of 13 waterfalls near Stanley are flowing strongly today

Big Rock Falls Roaring Climbing Rose Falls Roaring Dark Hollow Falls Roaring Goods Falls Roaring Lewis Spring Falls Roaring Rose River Falls Roaring Cedar Falls Roaring Jones Run Falls Roaring Dry Run Falls Roaring South River Falls Roaring Greasy Falls Roaring Miller Falls Roaring Mountain Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 81°F

Wed 81°F Sunny Best
Thu 86°F Sunny
Fri 86°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 83°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 86°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 90°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 93°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Stanley

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Greasy Falls Roaring · 526 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Miller Falls Roaring · 526 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Mountain Falls Roaring · 31 cfs 99th percentile
  4. 4 Cedar Falls Roaring · 343 cfs 98th percentile
  5. 5 Jones Run Falls Roaring · 343 cfs 98th percentile
  6. 6 Big Rock Falls Roaring · 400 cfs 96th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Stanley (6 waterfalls)

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

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
Big Rock Falls waterfall

Big Rock Falls

37.3 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
South River Falls waterfall

South River Falls

46.3 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
4.8 miles 1,200 ft

All 13 Waterfalls Near Stanley

Lewis Spring Falls waterfall

Lewis Spring Falls

37.2 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.3 miles 990 ft
Dark Hollow Falls waterfall

Dark Hollow Falls

36.2 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
1.4 miles 440 ft
Rose River Falls waterfall

Rose River Falls

34.9 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
4.0 miles 910 ft
Big Rock Falls waterfall

Big Rock Falls

37.3 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Climbing Rose Falls waterfall

Climbing Rose Falls

33.7 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
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

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
Jones Run Falls waterfall

Jones Run Falls

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

Mountain Falls

49.5 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Stanley

Are there free waterfalls near Stanley?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Stanley, including Dry Run Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Stanley?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Stanley, including Big Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Stanley?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Stanley, including Big Rock Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Stanley?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Stanley?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Stanley?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Stanley have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Stanley?

The closest waterfall to Stanley is Lewis Spring Falls, approximately 5 miles away.

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Thorn Spring

37.3 mi 72°F

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