Waterfall Hikes Near Fairfax, VA

24,242 residents
New York Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fairfax? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Fairfax. 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 38.8531°N, -77.2997°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Fairfax

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

2 of 4 waterfalls near Fairfax are flowing strongly today

Cunningham Falls Roaring Greasy Falls Low Miller Falls Low The Cascade Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 82°F

Aft 91°F Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 83°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 81°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 82°F Sunny Best
Tue 84°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 86°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 89°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Fairfax

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Cunningham Falls Roaring · 45 cfs 91st percentile
  2. 2 The Cascade Strong · 26 cfs 89th percentile
  3. 3 Greasy Falls Low · 330 cfs 12th percentile
  4. 4 Miller Falls Low · 330 cfs 12th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Fairfax (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.

The Cascade

13.2 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft
Cunningham Falls waterfall

Cunningham Falls

33.1 miles away
Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Fairfax

Miller Falls

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

The Cascade

13.2 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft
Greasy Falls waterfall

Greasy Falls

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

Cunningham Falls

33.1 miles away
Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Fairfax

Are there free waterfalls near Fairfax?

There is 1 free waterfall near Fairfax, including Miller Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Fairfax?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Fairfax, including Cunningham Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Fairfax?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Fairfax, including Cunningham Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Fairfax?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Fairfax, including Cunningham Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Fairfax?

The shortest waterfall hike near Fairfax is Cunningham Falls at 0.9 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Fairfax?

The tallest waterfall near Fairfax is Cunningham Falls at 78 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Fairfax?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Fairfax have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Fairfax?

The closest waterfall to Fairfax is Miller Falls, approximately 42 miles away.

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