Doyles River Falls
A streamside out-and-back to two distinct waterfalls in Shenandoah's South District.
Route overview
Doyles River Falls in Virginia.
The blue-blazed Doyles River Trail crosses the Appalachian Trail and passes cabin and road access before reaching the marked upper and lower falls.
Trail facts
- Country
- United States
- Region
- Virginia
- Distance
- 5.31 km
- Typical duration
- 135-180 minutes
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Elevation gain
- 362 m
- Best season
- Check current official seasonal access and conditions
- Trail type
- out-and-back
Access and logistics
- Permits and access
- Entrance pass required; no separate ordinary day-hike reservation.
Safety context
Prepare for a stream crossing, steep return ascent, wet rocks, and variable water levels. Stay off the tops and sides of falls. Check current official conditions, closures, weather and access rules before departure.
Prepare for a stream crossing, steep return ascent, wet rocks, and variable water levels. Stay off the tops and sides of falls.
Highlights
Doyles River Falls, two waterfalls, stream crossing, South District, out and back
Why find a buddy
Match on reaching one versus both falls, stream-crossing confidence, and turnaround timing.
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Route conditions, access, services and transport can change. Verify time-sensitive information before departure.