Waterfall Hikes Near Tazewell, VA

4,456 residents
New York Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Tazewell? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Tazewell. 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 37.1268°N, -81.5134°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Tazewell

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 12 gauged

11 waterfalls near Tazewell have live flow data today

Betseys Rock Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Long Hope Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Barely Flowing Tank Hollow Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Barely Flowing Bull Falls Barely Flowing Harvey Falls Barely Flowing Falls of Dismal Barely Flowing Wylie Falls Barely Flowing The Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Aft 88°F Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 78°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 77°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 80°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 82°F Sunny
Thu 82°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Tazewell

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Bull Falls Barely Flowing · 75 cfs 4th percentile
  2. 2 Harvey Falls Barely Flowing · 75 cfs 4th percentile
  3. 3 Betseys Rock Falls Barely Flowing · 132 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Big Falls Barely Flowing · 193 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Big Falls Barely Flowing · 51 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Cascade Falls Barely Flowing · 132 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Tazewell (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 Tazewell (8 waterfalls)

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

Falls of Dismal waterfall

Falls of Dismal

28.1 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gentry Creek Falls waterfall CC

Gentry Creek Falls

49 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

32.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Tank Hollow Falls waterfall

Tank Hollow Falls

37.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 12 Waterfalls Near Tazewell

Falls of Dismal waterfall

Falls of Dismal

28.1 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

40.5 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Gentry Creek Falls waterfall CC

Gentry Creek Falls

49 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

32.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Tank Hollow Falls waterfall

Tank Hollow Falls

37.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wylie Falls

6.2 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Long Hope Falls waterfall

Long Hope Falls

41.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

13.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

44.4 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Betseys Rock Falls waterfall

Betseys Rock Falls

23.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Bull Falls

14.6 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Harvey Falls

10.3 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Tazewell

Are there free waterfalls near Tazewell?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Tazewell, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Tazewell?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Tazewell, including Cascade Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Tazewell?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Tazewell, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Tazewell?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Tazewell, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Tazewell?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Tazewell, including Falls of Dismal.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Tazewell?

The shortest waterfall hike near Tazewell is Betseys Rock Falls at 0.8 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Tazewell?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Tazewell have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Tazewell?

The closest waterfall to Tazewell is Falls of Dismal, approximately 29 miles away.

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