Trail Info

TRAIL DISTANCE: 3.9 miles
TRAIL HEAD/ DIRECTIONS: Crabtree Falls Highway
TRAIL TYPE:  In and Out
TRAIL GRADE:  Difficult (3) 
TRAIL PARKING: 50 spots or less
DOG FRIENDLY: Yes
FAMILY FRIENDLY: Yes, ages 8+

You will love:  Waterfall upon waterfall upon more waterfalls. Call it a plethora!
You need to know:  No fee required

What to pack

• 2 water bottles
• heavy snack
• hiking or trail running shoes

Extras

Southern VA Trail Finder

The Experience

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 This trail is not a well-kept secret, however it’s worth the crowd. If you google Crabtree Falls you will get a response of “highest waterfall east of the Mississippi” however that cheats you out of what this trail really is (and no it’s not the highest waterfall either, so double cheat) . It’s a well maintained (tip of the cap to you Forest Service), single-track that snakes up the mountain alongside the multiple sections of Crabtree. The trail is heavy on the forest canopy with a manageable incline that doesn’t feel harsh on the lungs or limbs but rather is a consistent grade up the mountain. The trail is often serenaded with peaceful sounds of Crabtree flowing down over the boulders and ledges. The trail does come with a bevy of warnings, as many seeking likes on their social media have put themselves in harms way to get that killer look at me everyone I am hanging over a waterfall!  capture, only to be injured or worse. That warning aside, this is a great day trip one for the family and pets.

Hike On!