Waterfall Hikes Near Staunton, VA

25,581 residents
New York Time Zone
16 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Staunton? There are 16 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Staunton. 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 38.1593°N, -79.0611°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Staunton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

16 of 16 gauged

16 waterfalls near Staunton have live flow data today

Big Rock Falls Moderate Climbing Rose Falls Moderate Dark Hollow Falls Moderate Lewis Spring Falls Moderate Rose River Falls Moderate Blue Suck Falls Barely Flowing Cedar Falls Moderate Jones Run Falls Moderate Crabtree Falls Moderate Dry Run Falls Barely Flowing South River Falls Barely Flowing Gibbs Falls Low Glenn Falls Low Panther Falls Barely Flowing Statons Creek Falls Barely Flowing The Falls Moderate

Updated 25 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 97°F

Sat 83°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 87°F Patchy Fog then Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 93°F Sunny
Wed 97°F Sunny Best
Thu 100°F Sunny
Fri 98°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Staunton

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Big Rock Falls Moderate · 369 cfs 62nd percentile
  2. 2 Climbing Rose Falls Moderate · 369 cfs 62nd percentile
  3. 3 Dark Hollow Falls Moderate · 369 cfs 62nd percentile
  4. 4 Lewis Spring Falls Moderate · 369 cfs 62nd percentile
  5. 5 Rose River Falls Moderate · 369 cfs 62nd percentile
  6. 6 The Falls Moderate · 16 cfs 50th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Staunton (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.

The Falls waterfall

The Falls

25.4 miles away
Virginia
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Staunton (12 waterfalls)

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

Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

49.2 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
3.8 miles 1,073 ft
Jones Run Falls waterfall

Jones Run Falls

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

Gibbs Falls

35.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Statons Creek Falls waterfall

Statons Creek Falls

45.5 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 16 Waterfalls Near Staunton

Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

49.2 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
3.8 miles 1,073 ft
Glenn Falls waterfall CC

Glenn Falls

40.4 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 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
Gibbs Falls waterfall

Gibbs Falls

35.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

25.4 miles away
Virginia
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Statons Creek Falls waterfall

Statons Creek Falls

45.5 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Panther Falls waterfall

Panther Falls

40.2 miles away
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
Dry Run Falls waterfall

Dry Run Falls

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

South River Falls

46.3 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
4.8 miles 1,200 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
Dark Hollow Falls waterfall

Dark Hollow Falls

36.2 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
1.4 miles 440 ft
Blue Suck Falls waterfall

Blue Suck Falls

7.2 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Staunton

Are there free waterfalls near Staunton?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Staunton?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Staunton?

There are 12 dog-friendly waterfalls near Staunton, including Big Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Staunton?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near Staunton, including Big Rock Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Staunton?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Staunton, including Panther Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Staunton?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Staunton?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Staunton?

Yes, 16 waterfalls near Staunton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Staunton?

The closest waterfall to Staunton is Crabtree Falls, approximately 16 miles away.

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