Waterfall Hikes Near Winchester, VA

86,813 residents
New York Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Shenandoah National Park holds Winchester's best water, out at the limit of a fifty mile drive. Dark Hollow Falls stacks seventy feet of cascades into a 1.4 mile round trip, and the 440 foot climb waits for the walk out. Rose River loops four miles past a 67 footer, dog friendly. Closer to town, the little Niagara Falls takes half a mile. Climbing Rose Falls gains 500 feet over three miles. Eleven falls in all, with March through June bringing the strongest flow.

Located at 39.1735°N, -78.1746°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Winchester

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 67°F

Aft 75°F Partly Sunny
Thu 77°F Chance Light Rain
Fri 69°F Partly Sunny
Sat 58°F Sunny
Sun 60°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 63°F Sunny
Tue 67°F Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Winchester

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

  1. 1 Big Rock Falls Roaring · 426 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Climbing Rose Falls Roaring · 426 cfs 96th percentile
  3. 3 Dark Hollow Falls Roaring · 426 cfs 96th percentile
  4. 4 Goods Falls Roaring · 426 cfs 96th percentile
  5. 5 Lewis Spring Falls Roaring · 426 cfs 96th percentile
  6. 6 Rose River Falls Roaring · 426 cfs 96th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Winchester (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 Winchester (5 waterfalls)

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

23.4 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
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All 11 Waterfalls Near Winchester

11.4 miles away
Virginia
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LiDAR terrain view around Miller Falls in Virginia, about 396 feet of drop LiDAR
20.6 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
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23.4 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
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29.1 miles away
West Virginia
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LiDAR terrain view around Goods Falls in Virginia LiDAR
29.5 miles away
Virginia
Unknown
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40.1 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
41.3 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
4.0 miles 910 ft
42.5 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
1.4 miles 440 ft
43.5 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.3 miles 990 ft
43.6 miles away
In Shenandoah National Park
Virginia
Moderate
3.2 miles 600 ft
LiDAR terrain view around The Cascade in Maryland, about 158 feet of drop LiDAR
44.3 miles away
Maryland
Easy
2.2 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Winchester

Are there free waterfalls near Winchester?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Winchester, including Goods Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Winchester?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Winchester?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Winchester?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Winchester?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Winchester?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Winchester?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Winchester have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Winchester?

The closest waterfall to Winchester is Mountain Falls, approximately 11.4 miles away.

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