Waterfall Hikes Near Falmouth, VA

4,689 residents
New York Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Falmouth? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Falmouth. 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 38.3319°N, -77.4655°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Falmouth

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 7 gauged

1 of 7 waterfalls near Falmouth is flowing strongly today

Big Rock Falls Moderate Climbing Rose Falls Moderate Dark Hollow Falls Moderate Rose River Falls Moderate Cedar Falls Strong Dry Run Falls Barely Flowing South River Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 86°F

Aft 94°F Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 86°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 83°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Lab 84°F Sunny
Tue 86°F Sunny Best
Wed 89°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 92°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Falmouth

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Cedar Falls Strong · 219 cfs 77th percentile
  2. 2 Big Rock Falls Moderate · 274 cfs 58th percentile
  3. 3 Climbing Rose Falls Moderate · 274 cfs 58th percentile
  4. 4 Dark Hollow Falls Moderate · 274 cfs 58th percentile
  5. 5 Rose River Falls Moderate · 274 cfs 58th percentile
  6. 6 Dry Run Falls Barely Flowing · 19 cfs 1st percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Falmouth (4 waterfalls)

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

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
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

All 7 Waterfalls Near Falmouth

South River Falls waterfall

South River Falls

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

Climbing Rose Falls

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

Cedar Falls

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Falmouth

Are there free waterfalls near Falmouth?

There is 1 free waterfall near Falmouth, including Dry Run Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Falmouth?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Falmouth, including Big Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Falmouth?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Falmouth, including Big Rock Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Falmouth?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Falmouth?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Falmouth?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Falmouth have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Falmouth?

The closest waterfall to Falmouth is South River Falls, approximately 46.1 miles away.

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