Waterfall Hikes Near West Falls Church, VA

31,121 residents
New York Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near West Falls Church? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of West Falls Church. 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 38.8648°N, -77.1878°W

Map of Waterfalls Near West Falls Church

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

3 waterfalls near West Falls Church have live flow data today

Cunningham 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 92°F Sunny
Tue 94°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near West Falls Church

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 Miller Falls Moderate · 414 cfs 27th percentile
  3. 3 The Cascade Low · 13 cfs 22nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near West Falls Church (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 3 Waterfalls Near West Falls Church

The Cascade

13.2 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft

Miller Falls

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

Cunningham Falls

33.1 miles away
Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near West Falls Church

Are there free waterfalls near West Falls Church?

There is 1 free waterfall near West Falls Church, including Miller Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near West Falls Church?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in West Falls Church?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near West Falls Church?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near West Falls Church?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near West Falls Church?

The tallest waterfall near West Falls Church is Cunningham Falls at 78 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around West Falls Church?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near West Falls Church have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to West Falls Church?

The closest waterfall to West Falls Church is The Cascade, approximately 46.1 miles away.

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