Laurel Run Falls – 3D Map, Photos and Directions – Virginia
Every so often we find a waterfall that no one talks about, yet we are amazed by its beauty and tranquility. Laurel Run Falls is one of those. We went looking for waterfalls one Sunday…
Category: Virginia Waterfalls
St. Mary’s Falls – 3D Map, Photos and Directions – Virginia
This very popular waterfall between Lexington and Waynesboro, St. Mary's Falls, should be on everyone's to-do list! It has everything most hikers look for - plenty of parking on a well-maintained unpaved road, a very…
Lewis Falls – 3D Map, Photos and Directions – Shenandoah National Park
Its proximity to Big Meadows makes Lewis Falls a very popular destination in Shenandoah National Park. Unfortunately in summer, the waterfall slows down to a mere trickle but if you visit after heavy rains it…
South River Falls – 3D Map, Photos and Directions – Shenandoah National Park
It is said South River Falls (83 feet) is the 3rd highest waterfall in Shenandoah National Park! Unfortunately, the view from the overlook at 1.3 miles is somewhat disappointing BUT there is a trail down…
Big Branch Falls – 3D Map, Photos and Directions – Shenandoah National Park
This beautiful corner of Albemarle County just inside the edge of Shenandoah NP is known for its wonderful swimming holes as well as attractive Big Branch Falls. Big Branch Falls is an easy hike because…
Falls of Jones Run – 3D Maps, Photos and Directions – Shenandoah National Park
The out-and-back Jones Run Trail is one of the easier waterfall hikes in Shenandoah making it a good starter hike if you are unsure about your hiking abilities. Along the 1.8-mile (3.6-mile return) trail are…
Stiles Falls Hike — Complete Virginia Waterfall Guide
Stiles Falls was named after Randolph Stiles, who sadly lost his life near the Falls during a Sunday School picnic. It is a hidden gem waterfall in Shawsville, Virginia, tucked away on the scenic property…
Falls of Big Creek – 3D Map, Photos and Directions – Shenandoah National Park
The amazing Falls of Big Creek are no longer secret per se but receive only a handful of waterfall enthusiasts every year. The reason is simple. It is a very tough, lonely, and sometimes dangerous…
Powerhouse (Peach Bottom) Falls – 3D Map, Photos and Directions – Virginia
Powerhouse Falls in Grayson County, near the town of Independence, is a cascade of falls in a unique setting. Locals call it Peach Bottom Falls. It is easily accessible which accounts for unwanted graffiti and…
Scott’s Run Waterfall – 3D Map, Photos and Directions – Virginia
Scott's Run Nature Preserve is home to several challenging hiking trails and a photogenic waterfall appropriately named Scott's Run Waterfall! The area is popular with local hikers (and their dogs) and the recommended parking lot…