Waterfall Hikes Near Amherst, VA

2,299 residents
New York Time Zone
9 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Amherst? There are 9 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Amherst. 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 37.5816°N, -79.0509°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Amherst

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 9 gauged

1 of 9 waterfalls near Amherst is flowing strongly today

Apple Orchard Falls Barely Flowing Blue Suck Falls Barely Flowing Crabtree Falls Moderate Gibbs Falls Barely Flowing Glenn Falls Barely Flowing Jones Run Falls Strong Panther Falls Barely Flowing Statons Creek Falls Barely Flowing The Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 85°F

Aft 98°F Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 92°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 80°F Chance Rain Showers
Lab 82°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 85°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 90°F Sunny
Thu 94°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Amherst

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Jones Run Falls Strong · 219 cfs 77th percentile
  2. 2 Crabtree Falls Moderate · 3 cfs 32nd percentile
  3. 3 The Falls Barely Flowing · 5 cfs 9th percentile
  4. 4 Apple Orchard Falls Barely Flowing · 528 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Blue Suck Falls Barely Flowing · 237 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Gibbs Falls Barely Flowing · 14 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Amherst (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

42.7 miles away
Virginia
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Amherst (8 waterfalls)

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

Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

47.1 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
3.8 miles 1,073 ft
Panther Falls waterfall

Panther Falls

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

Statons Creek Falls

21.2 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Apple Orchard Falls waterfall

Apple Orchard Falls

45.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.5 miles 1,000 ft

All 9 Waterfalls Near Amherst

Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

47.1 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
3.8 miles 1,073 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

42.7 miles away
Virginia
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Panther Falls waterfall

Panther Falls

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

Statons Creek Falls

21.2 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Glenn Falls waterfall CC

Glenn Falls

48.5 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
Apple Orchard Falls waterfall

Apple Orchard Falls

45.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.5 miles 1,000 ft
Gibbs Falls waterfall

Gibbs Falls

13.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Jones Run Falls waterfall

Jones Run Falls

26.2 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.4 miles 915 ft
Blue Suck Falls waterfall

Blue Suck Falls

38.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Amherst

Are there free waterfalls near Amherst?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Amherst, including Apple Orchard Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Amherst?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Amherst?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Amherst, including Apple Orchard Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Amherst?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Amherst, including Apple Orchard Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Amherst?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Amherst?

The shortest waterfall hike near Amherst is Apple Orchard Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Amherst?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Amherst?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Amherst have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Amherst?

The closest waterfall to Amherst is Crabtree Falls, approximately 13.8 miles away.

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