Waterfall Hikes Near Blue Ridge, VA

2,994 residents
New York Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Blue Ridge? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Blue Ridge. 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 37.3783°N, -79.8206°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Blue Ridge

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

15 waterfalls near Blue Ridge have live flow data today

Apple Orchard Falls Barely Flowing Beaverdam Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Barely Flowing Cascades Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Blue Suck Falls Barely Flowing Falling Spring Falls Barely Flowing Falling Rock Falls Barely Flowing Harvey Falls Barely Flowing Meadow Creek Falls Barely Flowing Panther Falls Barely Flowing Statons Creek Falls Barely Flowing Wylie Falls Barely Flowing White Falls Barely Flowing Styles Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 27 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Aft 99°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 78°F Rain Showers Likely
Lab 80°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 83°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 90°F Sunny
Thu 91°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Blue Ridge

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 White Falls Low · 12 cfs 18th percentile
  2. 2 Meadow Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 11 cfs 6th percentile
  3. 3 Harvey Falls Barely Flowing · 75 cfs 4th percentile
  4. 4 Styles Falls Barely Flowing · 16 cfs 4th percentile
  5. 5 Panther Falls Barely Flowing · 3 cfs 3rd percentile
  6. 6 Statons Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 3 cfs 3rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Blue Ridge (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.

Falling Spring Falls waterfall

Falling Spring Falls

5.8 miles away
Virginia
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Blue Ridge (8 waterfalls)

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

Apple Orchard Falls waterfall

Apple Orchard Falls

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

Blue Suck Falls

38.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Blue Ridge

Falling Rock Falls waterfall

Falling Rock Falls

46.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Meadow Creek Falls waterfall

Meadow Creek Falls

36.4 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Apple Orchard Falls waterfall

Apple Orchard Falls

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

Blue Suck Falls

38.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falling Spring Falls waterfall

Falling Spring Falls

5.8 miles away
Virginia
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

Beaverdam Falls

40.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

11.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cascades waterfall

Cascades

11.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
4.0 miles 700 ft
Styles Falls waterfall

Styles Falls

35.2 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
Panther Falls waterfall

Panther Falls

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

Big Falls

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

White Falls

47.9 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

Wylie Falls

6.2 miles away
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 Blue Ridge

Are there free waterfalls near Blue Ridge?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Blue Ridge, including Apple Orchard Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Blue Ridge?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Blue Ridge, including Falling Spring Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Blue Ridge?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Blue Ridge?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Blue Ridge, including Apple Orchard Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Blue Ridge?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Blue Ridge?

The shortest waterfall hike near Blue Ridge is Apple Orchard Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Blue Ridge?

The tallest waterfall near Blue Ridge is Apple Orchard Falls at 200 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Blue Ridge require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Blue Ridge requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Blue Ridge?

Yes, 15 waterfalls near Blue Ridge have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Blue Ridge?

The closest waterfall to Blue Ridge is Falling Rock Falls, approximately 8.9 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Blue Ridge, Virginia

Falling Spring

28.8 mi 77°F

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Old Sweet Spring

Old Sweet Spring

30.0 mi 73°F

Old Sweet Spring flows at 73°F from a site 59.3 meters from Jefferson Lane in Greenbrier County, West Virginia. The spring emer...

Healing Springs

30.3 mi 86°F

Healing Springs flows at 86 degrees Fahrenheit, producing water 34 degrees above ambient temperature at 2,218 feet elevation in...

Layton Spring

30.6 mi 72°F

Layton Spring produces 72-degree water that flows 17.2 degrees above ambient temperature at 1,334 feet elevation in the City of...
Hot Springs

Hot Springs

30.6 mi 106°F

Hot Springs produces 106-degree water that flows 54.4 degrees above ambient temperature at 2,298 feet elevation in Bath County,...

Sweet Chalybeate Spring

30.7 mi 75°F

Sweet Chalybeate Spring flows at 75 degrees Fahrenheit, emerging 21.1 degrees above ambient temperature at 2,010 feet elevation...

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