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]
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.
Cedar Run Falls
The hike begins by heading down Cedar Run Trail. After about 20 yards you will come to the Big Meadows Trail, keep going downward on Cedar Run Trail. Cedar Run will start becoming visible on your right hand side in about 0.8 miles. You’ll also see several small ponds along the way. At 1.5 miles… [Read More]
Wigwam Falls
Wigwam Falls is a pretty waterfall that is really easy to access. It is located on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Park in the Yankee Horse Ridge parking lot (milepost 34.4). Take the stairs on the right side of the parking lot and turn right on the railroad tracks. On your left there is a trail… [Read More]