South River Falls
A less-visited waterfall in the southern part of the park, about 25 meters high and falling in two tiers. A forest trail of about 7 km round trip.
South River Falls is in the southern part of the park. From the South River Picnic Area (Mile 62.8), it is about 2.1 km downhill to an overlook above the falls. The round trip is about 7 km and takes about 3 hours. You can continue down to the base of the falls.
The falls are about 25 meters high and drop in two tiers. Few visitors come here, so it suits hikers who want to avoid the crowds of the central section. The return is a long uphill climb, so keep an eye on the time.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Bearfence Mountain
- Rapidan Camp
- Big Meadows
- Dark Hollow Falls
- Rose River Falls
- Hawksbill Mountain
- Doyles River Falls
- Whiteoak Canyon