Waterfall Hikes Near Big Stone Gap, VA

5,221 residents
New York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Big Stone Gap anchors the far southwest corner of Virginia, hours from anywhere most tourists go. Buckeye Falls is the reason to come, 475 feet of water at the end of an 8 mile round trip rated hard, and dogs can make that walk. Tank Hollow Falls needs just 1.5 easy miles. Abrams Falls stretches 5 miles with 675 feet of climbing to a 20 foot drop. Only five falls make the radius out here, and the big one justifies the drive by itself.

Located at 36.8626°N, -82.7769°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Big Stone Gap

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

5 waterfalls near Big Stone Gap have live flow data today

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 68°F

Aft 70°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 71°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Fri 68°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 56°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 58°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 61°F Sunny
Tue 65°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Big Stone Gap

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Big Falls Moderate · 161 cfs 35th percentile
  2. 2 Tank Hollow Falls Moderate · 161 cfs 35th percentile
  3. 3 Abrams Falls Moderate · 12 cfs 31st percentile
  4. 4 Buckeye Falls Low · 21 cfs 18th percentile
  5. 5 Monkey Falls Low · 164 cfs 14th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Big Stone Gap (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.

30.1 miles away
Virginia
Easy
1.5 miles Unknown
35.5 miles away
Virginia
Easy
2.4 miles Unknown

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Big Stone Gap (3 waterfalls)

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

46.4 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.0 miles 2 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Big Stone Gap

22.8 miles away
Virginia
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
30.1 miles away
Virginia
Easy
1.5 miles Unknown
31.2 miles away
Virginia
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
35.5 miles away
Virginia
Easy
2.4 miles Unknown
46.4 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.0 miles 2 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Big Stone Gap

Are there free waterfalls near Big Stone Gap?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Big Stone Gap, including Abrams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Big Stone Gap?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Big Stone Gap, including Big Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Big Stone Gap?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Big Stone Gap, including Big Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Big Stone Gap?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Big Stone Gap, including Abrams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Big Stone Gap?

The shortest waterfall hike near Big Stone Gap is Big Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Big Stone Gap?

The tallest waterfall near Big Stone Gap is Buckeye Falls at 475 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Big Stone Gap?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Big Stone Gap have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Big Stone Gap?

The closest waterfall to Big Stone Gap is Monkey Falls, approximately 22.8 miles away.

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