Waterfall Hikes Near Wakefield, VA

11,621 residents
New York Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Wakefield? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Wakefield. 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 38.8230°N, -77.2406°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Wakefield

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

4 waterfalls near Wakefield have live flow data today

Cunningham Falls Moderate Greasy Falls Moderate Miller Falls Moderate The Cascade Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 86°F

Aft 85°F Mostly Cloudy
Thu 89°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 87°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sat 86°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 89°F Sunny
Mon 93°F Sunny
Tue 94°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Wakefield

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Cunningham Falls Moderate · 45 cfs 47th percentile
  2. 2 Greasy Falls Moderate · 414 cfs 27th percentile
  3. 3 Miller Falls Moderate · 414 cfs 27th percentile
  4. 4 The Cascade Low · 13 cfs 22nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Wakefield (2 waterfalls)

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 Cascade

13.2 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft
Cunningham Falls waterfall

Cunningham Falls

33.1 miles away
Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Wakefield

Miller Falls

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

Greasy Falls

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

The Cascade

13.2 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft
Cunningham Falls waterfall

Cunningham Falls

33.1 miles away
Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Wakefield

Are there free waterfalls near Wakefield?

There is 1 free waterfall near Wakefield, including Miller Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Wakefield?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Wakefield, including Cunningham Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Wakefield?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Wakefield, including Cunningham Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Wakefield?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Wakefield, including Cunningham Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Wakefield?

The shortest waterfall hike near Wakefield is Cunningham Falls at 0.9 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Wakefield?

The tallest waterfall near Wakefield is Cunningham Falls at 78 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Wakefield?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Wakefield have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Wakefield?

The closest waterfall to Wakefield is Miller Falls, approximately 43 miles away.

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