Waterfall Hikes Near Richlands, VA

5,266 residents
New York Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Richlands? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Richlands. 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 37.0878°N, -81.8081°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Richlands

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 11 gauged

9 waterfalls near Richlands have live flow data today

Abrams Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Barely Flowing Tank Hollow Falls Barely Flowing Dutch Creek Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Creek Falls Barely Flowing Watauga Falls Barely Flowing Falls of Dismal Barely Flowing Long Hope Falls Barely Flowing The Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 22 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Aft 90°F Sunny
Sat 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Lab 80°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 83°F Mostly Sunny
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Flowing best right now near Richlands

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Abrams Falls Barely Flowing · 16 cfs 3rd percentile
  2. 2 Big Falls Barely Flowing · 196 cfs 0th percentile
  3. 3 Dutch Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 46 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Falls of Dismal Barely Flowing · 37 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Laurel Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 46 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Long Hope Falls Barely Flowing · 132 cfs 0th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Richlands (7 waterfalls)

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

Tank Hollow Falls waterfall

Tank Hollow Falls

37.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gentry Creek Falls waterfall CC

Gentry Creek Falls

49 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Long Hope Falls waterfall

Long Hope Falls

41.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Laurel Creek Falls waterfall

Laurel Creek Falls

44.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 11 Waterfalls Near Richlands

Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

40.5 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Tank Hollow Falls waterfall

Tank Hollow Falls

37.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gentry Creek Falls waterfall CC

Gentry Creek Falls

49 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Abrams Falls waterfall

Abrams Falls

45.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
5.0 miles 675 ft
Long Hope Falls waterfall

Long Hope Falls

41.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Laurel Creek Falls waterfall

Laurel Creek Falls

44.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Watauga Falls

30.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Dismal waterfall

Falls of Dismal

28.1 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dutch Creek Falls waterfall

Dutch Creek Falls

24.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

32.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Twisting Falls waterfall

Twisting Falls

34.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Richlands

Are there free waterfalls near Richlands?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Richlands, including Falls of Dismal.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Richlands?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Richlands, including Falls of Dismal.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Richlands?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Richlands, including Abrams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Richlands?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Richlands, including Falls of Dismal.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Richlands?

The shortest waterfall hike near Richlands is Abrams Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Richlands?

The tallest waterfall near Richlands is Abrams Falls at 20 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Richlands?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Richlands have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Richlands?

The closest waterfall to Richlands is Big Falls, approximately 16.5 miles away.

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