Waterfall Hikes Near Culpeper, VA

20,105 residents
New York Time Zone
13 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Culpeper? There are 13 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Culpeper. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 38.4704°N, -78.0001°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Culpeper

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

13 of 13 gauged

2 of 13 waterfalls near Culpeper 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 Dry Run Falls Barely Flowing South River Falls Barely Flowing Greasy Falls Barely Flowing Miller Falls Barely Flowing Mountain Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Mostly Sunny · 82°F

Aft 92°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 85°F Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 81°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Lab 82°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 85°F Sunny
Wed 88°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 91°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Culpeper

Updated about 1 hour 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 Big Rock Falls Moderate · 283 cfs 63rd percentile
  4. 4 Climbing Rose Falls Moderate · 283 cfs 63rd percentile
  5. 5 Dark Hollow Falls Moderate · 283 cfs 63rd percentile
  6. 6 Goods Falls Moderate · 283 cfs 63rd percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Culpeper (6 waterfalls)

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

Big Rock Falls waterfall

Big Rock Falls

12.6 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Rose River Falls waterfall

Rose River Falls

13.8 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
4.0 miles 910 ft
Lewis Spring Falls waterfall

Lewis Spring Falls

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

All 13 Waterfalls Near Culpeper

Climbing Rose Falls waterfall

Climbing Rose Falls

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

Big Rock Falls

12.6 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Rose River Falls waterfall

Rose River Falls

13.8 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
4.0 miles 910 ft
Dark Hollow Falls waterfall

Dark Hollow Falls

13.8 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
1.4 miles 440 ft
Lewis Spring Falls waterfall

Lewis Spring Falls

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

Miller Falls

40.8 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
South River Falls waterfall

South River Falls

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

Dry Run Falls

12.3 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
Cedar Falls waterfall

Cedar Falls

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

Goods Falls

49.7 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
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
Mountain Falls waterfall

Mountain Falls

45.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Culpeper

Are there free waterfalls near Culpeper?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Culpeper, including Dry Run Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Culpeper?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Culpeper, including Big Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Culpeper?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Culpeper, including Big Rock Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Culpeper?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Culpeper?

The tallest waterfall near Culpeper is South River Falls at 83 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Culpeper?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Culpeper have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Culpeper?

The closest waterfall to Culpeper is Climbing Rose Falls, approximately 17.9 miles away.

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