Waterfall Hikes Near Cana, VA

1,330 residents
New York Time Zone
21 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cana? There are 21 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cana. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 36.5816°N, -80.6688°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cana

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

20 of 21 gauged

20 waterfalls near Cana have live flow data today

Betseys Rock Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Barely Flowing Cascades Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Carter Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Falls of Dismal Barely Flowing Great Falls of Dan Low White Falls Low Smith River Falls Low Hidden Falls Barely Flowing Lower Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Window Falls Barely Flowing Upper Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Tory Falls Barely Flowing Moravian Falls Low Wylie Falls Barely Flowing The Falls Barely Flowing Styles Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 36 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 83°F

Aft 98°F Partly Sunny
Sat 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 82°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 80°F Partly Sunny
Tue 83°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 88°F Sunny
Thu 91°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Cana

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Smith River Falls Low · 12 cfs 18th percentile
  2. 2 White Falls Low · 12 cfs 18th percentile
  3. 3 Great Falls of Dan Low · 12 cfs 18th percentile
  4. 4 Moravian Falls Low · 364 cfs 10th percentile
  5. 5 Hidden Falls Barely Flowing · 49 cfs 4th percentile
  6. 6 Lower Cascade Falls Barely Flowing · 49 cfs 4th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cana (5 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.

Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

22.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Tory Falls

44.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Lower Cascade Falls waterfall

Lower Cascade Falls

44 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cana (15 waterfalls)

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

Great Falls of Dan

47.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 21 Waterfalls Near Cana

Great Falls of Dan

47.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Smith River Falls waterfall

Smith River Falls

49.5 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

22.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Tory Falls

44.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Lower Cascade Falls waterfall

Lower Cascade Falls

44 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

23.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Cascade Falls waterfall

Upper Cascade Falls

1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Window Falls waterfall

Window Falls

43 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 300 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

42.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

32.3 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
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

13.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Falls of Dismal waterfall

Falls of Dismal

28.1 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Styles Falls waterfall

Styles Falls

35.2 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
Cascades waterfall

Cascades

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

Upper Falls

11.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Gentry Creek Falls waterfall CC

Gentry Creek Falls

49 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Betseys Rock Falls waterfall

Betseys Rock Falls

23.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

22.8 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Wylie Falls

6.2 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cana

Are there free waterfalls near Cana?

There are 12 free waterfalls near Cana, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cana?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Cana, including Carter Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cana?

There are 15 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cana, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cana?

There are 16 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cana, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Cana?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Cana, including Falls of Dismal.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cana?

The shortest waterfall hike near Cana is Betseys Rock Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Cana?

The tallest waterfall near Cana is Cascades at 66 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cana?

Yes, 16 waterfalls near Cana have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cana?

The closest waterfall to Cana is Great Falls of Dan, approximately 14.9 miles away.

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