Waterfall Hikes Near The Plains, VA

273 residents
New York Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near The Plains? There are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of The Plains. 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 38.8621°N, -77.7743°W

Map of Waterfalls Near The Plains

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 10 gauged

1 of 10 waterfalls near The Plains is 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 Greasy Falls Barely Flowing Miller Falls Barely Flowing Mountain Falls Moderate The Cascade Strong

Updated 40 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Aft 91°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 83°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 80°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 81°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 84°F Sunny
Wed 87°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 88°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near The Plains

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 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 Goods Falls Moderate · 274 cfs 58th percentile
  6. 6 Lewis Spring Falls Moderate · 274 cfs 58th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near The Plains (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.

The Cascade

13.2 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft

All 10 Waterfalls Near The Plains

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
Mountain Falls waterfall

Mountain Falls

45.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Climbing Rose Falls waterfall

Climbing Rose Falls

11.4 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft

The Cascade

13.2 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 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
Big Rock Falls waterfall

Big Rock Falls

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near The Plains

Are there free waterfalls near The Plains?

There are 2 free waterfalls near The Plains, including Goods Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near The Plains?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near The Plains, including The Cascade.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in The Plains?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near The Plains?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near The Plains?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near The Plains?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around The Plains?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near The Plains have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to The Plains?

The closest waterfall to The Plains is Miller Falls, approximately 22.3 miles away.

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