Waterfall Hikes Near Mount Clifton, VA

186 residents
New York Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mount Clifton? There are 17 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mount Clifton. 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 38.7617°N, -78.7166°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mount Clifton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

17 of 17 gauged

3 of 17 waterfalls near Mount Clifton 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 Blackwater Falls Roaring Cedar Falls Strong Jones Run Falls Strong Dry Run Falls Barely Flowing South River Falls Barely Flowing Falls of Seneca Barely Flowing Greasy Falls Barely Flowing Miller Falls Barely Flowing Mountain Falls Moderate Niagara Falls Low

Updated 20 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Mostly Sunny · 81°F

Aft 91°F Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 79°F Chance Rain Showers
Lab 81°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 84°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 86°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 87°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Mount Clifton

Updated 40 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Blackwater Falls Roaring · 146 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Cedar Falls Strong · 235 cfs 87th percentile
  3. 3 Jones Run Falls Strong · 235 cfs 87th percentile
  4. 4 Big Rock Falls Moderate · 283 cfs 63rd percentile
  5. 5 Climbing Rose Falls Moderate · 283 cfs 63rd percentile
  6. 6 Dark Hollow Falls Moderate · 283 cfs 63rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Mount Clifton (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 Mount Clifton (9 waterfalls)

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

Lewis Spring Falls waterfall

Lewis Spring Falls

15 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.3 miles 990 ft
Rose River Falls waterfall

Rose River Falls

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

All 17 Waterfalls Near Mount Clifton

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

Miller Falls

40.8 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
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
Dry Run Falls waterfall

Dry Run Falls

12.3 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
Climbing Rose Falls waterfall

Climbing Rose Falls

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

South River Falls

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

Mountain Falls

45.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Seneca waterfall

Falls of Seneca

33 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

West Virginia
Moderate
6.8 miles 800 ft
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

22.7 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Blackwater Falls waterfall

Blackwater Falls

18.3 miles away
West Virginia
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mount Clifton

Are there free waterfalls near Mount Clifton?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Mount Clifton, including Blackwater Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Mount Clifton?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Mount Clifton, including Blackwater Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Mount Clifton?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Mount Clifton, including Big Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mount Clifton?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Mount Clifton, including Big Rock Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mount Clifton?

The shortest waterfall hike near Mount Clifton is Big Rock Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Mount Clifton?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Mount Clifton?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near Mount Clifton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Mount Clifton?

The closest waterfall to Mount Clifton is Goods Falls, approximately 13.5 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Mount Clifton, Virginia

Thorn Spring

34.6 mi 72°F

Thorn Spring flows at 72°F from Thorn Spring Park, a non-profit owned property just 14.5 meters from the road in Pendleton Coun...
Swan Pond Spring

Swan Pond Spring

70.2 mi 72°F

Swan Pond Spring emerges at 72°F from a low-elevation site at just 460 feet in Jefferson County, West Virginia. Located 66.9 me...

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