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Virgina Waterfalls

The Appalachian mountains run through parts of Virginia. While the elevations are not as high as in other states, it does create for some wonderful hiking trails and sights. Most that are easy enough to climb.

The Blue Ridge Parkway runs through both Virginia and North Carolina, so many trails and waterfalls can be found at it's source. At the end of the Blue Ridge is the Shenandoah National Park and access to the Skyline Drive.

Tank Hollow Falls

Posted on May 20, 2021 Written by Leave a Comment

Tank Hollow Falls, a beautiful 60 foot waterfall, is located inside the Cleveland Barrens Natural Area Preserve. This waterfall is perfect for the whole family. The parking area is only about 100 feet from the base of the waterfall. There is only about 5 parking spaces and one handicapped space. From the parking area follow… [Read More]

Spring Falls (inside Pinnacle Natural Area Preserve)

Posted on March 23, 2021 Written by Leave a Comment

Spring Falls

Spring Falls is located inside the Pinnacle Natural Area Preserve. If you are looking for a longer family friendly hike on an easy trail, then this waterfall is for you. From the good sized parking lot, you will start your hike by walking up steps and crossing a suspension bridge. It swings pretty easily, especially… [Read More]

Big Falls (inside Pinnacle Natural Area Preserve)

Posted on March 21, 2021 Written by Leave a Comment

While only 12 feet high, Big Falls remains impressive due to its width. It spreads from bank-to-bank cascading over sandstone steps.  Big Falls is located inside the Pinnacle Natural Area Preserve. From the good sized parking lot, you will start your hike by walking up steps and crossing a suspension bridge. It swings pretty easily,… [Read More]

Alvarado Road Falls

Posted on October 24, 2020 Written by Leave a Comment

Alvarado Road Falls, while not impressive enough for a trip on its own, is fairly close to several other waterfalls and is located in a scenic area, however it is worth a visit if you are in the area. This waterfall is not widely known so you most likely will have it all to yourself…. [Read More]

Mock’s Mill Falls

Posted on October 18, 2020 Written by Leave a Comment

Mock’s Mill Falls is a man-made waterfall less than 15 feet in height by very wide. What this waterfall lacks in height, it makes up for in its beautiful backdrop and ease of viewing. Mock’s Mill Falls was named after Henry A. Mock who created the waterfall in the early 1800s to power a grist… [Read More]

Falling Springs Falls

Posted on October 13, 2020 Written by Leave a Comment

Falling Spring Falls, a beautiful 80 foot waterfall, located in the Alleghany Highlands. The waterfall is located just five miles north of Covington, Virginia on Route 220 is one of the largest waterfalls in Virginia. There is a parking area just to the side of the road that holds quite a few cars, however it… [Read More]

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