2024年11月1日 · The scenic 3-mile loop trail to Crabtree Falls is moderately strenuous hike with a steep incline and rocky terrain. Hikers should allow 1.5 to 2.5 hours for the entire hike. The Trail begins in the parking area for the old Crabtree Falls Camp Store.

2023年2月6日 · Crabtree Falls puts on a good show too thanks to five tumbling cascades that are within view nearly every step of the hike along burbling Crabtree Creek. The total distance of this out-and-back hike is 3.3 miles.

2025年2月10日 · Crabtree Falls Trail in George Washington and Jefferson National Forests is a technical and moderately difficult trail to Crabtree Falls. The hike offers a number of great views of the waterfalls along the way as you wander through the mountainside.

Crabtree Falls is the highest vertical-drop cascading waterfall east of the Mississippi River. This popular attraction is located in Nelson County, Virginia, just six miles off the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway near milepost 27.

The trail to Crabtree Falls edges up to the border of the Priest Wilderness and the waterfall features a series of drops and slides along the steep 3.6 mile hike. The leg-scorching climb through dense forest along a swerving trail is worth every switchbacked step.

You can do Crabtree Falls and Spy Rock as separate short hikes or you can try this hike for a wonderful day combining waterfalls with incredible vistas. Mile 0.0 – Hike begins in the Crabtree Falls parking lot.

Crabtree Falls Hike This popular, short loop descends on a moderate path to a majestic 70 ft waterfall, which is widely touted as one of the most photogenic in the area. You'll climb steeply up the opposite ridge for a short distance, then hike a wide, smooth trail beside the stream.

The upper falls are a longer 1.7 mile uphill hike, 1.1 miles beyond the lower falls. The trail is treacherous in places with wet boulders and steep stairs. Wear waterproof shoes that have some grippy soles.

Crabtree Falls has the highest cascading vertical drop east of the Mississippi! At 1200 feet it is impossible to photograph as a whole but apparently, no one cares – it is one of the most popular waterfalls in Virginia!

Explore Crabtree Falls, the largest cascading waterfalls east of the Mississippi River. This hike is great for both family and dogs, so bring the group.