Waterfall Hikes Near Charlottesville, VA

103,760 residents
New York Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Charlottesville reaches the waterfalls of Shenandoah National Park from the east, up Route 33 or over Rockfish Gap. South River Falls is the local favorite, an 83 foot drop on a 4.8 mile loop that climbs 1,200 feet. Jones Run Falls in the park's south district covers 3.4 miles to a 42 foot ledge. Dark Hollow Falls packs 70 feet into a 1.4 mile round trip. Dogs join everywhere except Dark Hollow. Seventeen falls make the fifty mile list.

Located at 38.0375°N, -78.4855°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Charlottesville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

17 of 17 gauged

2 of 17 waterfalls near Charlottesville are flowing strongly today

Big Rock Falls Moderate Climbing Rose Falls Moderate Dark Hollow Falls Moderate Goods Falls Moderate Lewis Spring Falls Moderate Rose River Falls Moderate Cedar Falls Strong Jones Run Falls Strong Crabtree Falls Moderate Dry Run Falls Barely Flowing South River Falls Barely Flowing Gibbs Falls Barely Flowing Glenn Falls Barely Flowing Greasy Falls Barely Flowing Miller Falls Barely Flowing The Falls Barely Flowing Statons Creek Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 38 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Mostly Sunny · 83°F

Aft 95°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 89°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 81°F Chance Rain Showers
Lab 83°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 86°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 90°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 93°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Charlottesville

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Cedar Falls Strong · 235 cfs 87th percentile
  2. 2 Jones Run Falls Strong · 235 cfs 87th percentile
  3. 3 Rose River Falls Moderate · 274 cfs 58th percentile
  4. 4 Lewis Spring Falls Moderate · 274 cfs 58th percentile
  5. 5 Goods Falls Moderate · 274 cfs 58th percentile
  6. 6 Dark Hollow Falls Moderate · 274 cfs 58th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Charlottesville (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Charlottesville (10 waterfalls)

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South River Falls waterfall

South River Falls

10.3 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
4.8 miles 1,200 ft
Jones Run Falls waterfall

Jones Run Falls

26.2 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.4 miles 915 ft
Dry Run Falls waterfall

Dry Run Falls

12.3 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Rock Falls waterfall

Big Rock Falls

12.6 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Lewis Spring Falls waterfall

Lewis Spring Falls

15 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.3 miles 990 ft

All 17 Waterfalls Near Charlottesville

South River Falls waterfall

South River Falls

10.3 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
4.8 miles 1,200 ft
Jones Run Falls waterfall

Jones Run Falls

26.2 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.4 miles 915 ft
Dry Run Falls waterfall

Dry Run Falls

12.3 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cedar Falls waterfall

Cedar Falls

12.7 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Rock Falls waterfall

Big Rock Falls

12.6 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Lewis Spring Falls waterfall

Lewis Spring Falls

15 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.3 miles 990 ft
Dark Hollow Falls waterfall

Dark Hollow Falls

13.8 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
1.4 miles 440 ft
Rose River Falls waterfall

Rose River Falls

13.8 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
4.0 miles 910 ft
Climbing Rose Falls waterfall

Climbing Rose Falls

11.4 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

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

Crabtree Falls

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

Glenn Falls

48.5 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
Gibbs Falls waterfall

Gibbs Falls

13.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Goods Falls

49.7 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Greasy Falls waterfall

Greasy Falls

43.6 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Statons Creek Falls waterfall

Statons Creek Falls

21.2 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Miller Falls

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Charlottesville

Are there free waterfalls near Charlottesville?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Charlottesville, including Dry Run Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Charlottesville?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Charlottesville?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Charlottesville, including Big Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Charlottesville?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Charlottesville, including Big Rock Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Charlottesville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Charlottesville is Big Rock Falls at 1.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Charlottesville?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Charlottesville?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near Charlottesville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Charlottesville?

The closest waterfall to Charlottesville is South River Falls, approximately 17.4 miles away.

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