Waterfall Hikes Near Gainesville, VA

16,972 residents
New York Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Gainesville? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Gainesville. 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 38.7931°N, -77.6347°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Gainesville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 11 gauged

2 of 11 waterfalls near Gainesville 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 Cunningham Falls Strong Greasy Falls Barely Flowing Miller Falls Barely Flowing Mountain Falls Moderate The Cascade Strong

Updated 36 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Mostly Sunny · 82°F

Aft 92°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 84°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 82°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 82°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 85°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 88°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 89°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Gainesville

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 The Cascade Strong · 25 cfs 88th percentile
  2. 2 Cunningham Falls Strong · 40 cfs 82nd percentile
  3. 3 Big Rock Falls Moderate · 274 cfs 58th percentile
  4. 4 Climbing Rose Falls Moderate · 274 cfs 58th percentile
  5. 5 Dark Hollow Falls Moderate · 274 cfs 58th percentile
  6. 6 Goods Falls Moderate · 274 cfs 58th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Gainesville (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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Gainesville (5 waterfalls)

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

Rose River Falls waterfall

Rose River Falls

13.8 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
4.0 miles 910 ft

All 11 Waterfalls Near Gainesville

Miller Falls

40.8 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

Goods Falls

49.7 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
Climbing Rose Falls waterfall

Climbing Rose Falls

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

Cunningham Falls

33.1 miles away
Maryland
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft
Big Rock Falls waterfall

Big Rock Falls

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

Mountain Falls

45.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Gainesville

Are there free waterfalls near Gainesville?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Gainesville, including Goods Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Gainesville?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Gainesville?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Gainesville, including Big Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Gainesville?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Gainesville, including Big Rock Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Gainesville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Gainesville is Big Rock Falls at 0.9 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Gainesville?

The tallest waterfall near Gainesville is Lewis Spring Falls at 81 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Gainesville?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Gainesville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Gainesville?

The closest waterfall to Gainesville is Miller Falls, approximately 24.9 miles away.

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