Rose River Falls Circuit
A wilderness circuit past a 67-foot waterfall, cascades, bridges, forest and a steep rocky ascent.
Route overview
Rose River Falls Circuit in Virginia.
The official circuit combines a fire road, Skyland-Big Meadows Horse Trail, Rose River Loop Trail, and the return fire road to Fishers Gap.
Trail facts
- Country
- United States
- Region
- Virginia
- Distance
- 6.44 km
- Typical duration
- 270-330 minutes
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Elevation gain
- 277 m
- Best season
- Check current official seasonal access and conditions
- Trail type
- circuit
Access and logistics
- Permits and access
- Entrance pass required; no separate ordinary day-hike reservation.
Safety context
Expect wet rock, roots, bridges, streamside exposure, and a steep climb after the falls. Do not enter Dark Hollow with a pet. Check current official conditions, closures, weather and access rules before departure.
Expect wet rock, roots, bridges, streamside exposure, and a steep climb after the falls. Do not enter Dark Hollow with a pet.
Highlights
Rose River, waterfall circuit, cascades, wilderness, Fishers Gap
Why find a buddy
Match on four-to-five-hour pace, optional-side-trip decision, pet status, and waterfall safety.
Explore and prepare
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Route conditions, access, services and transport can change. Verify time-sensitive information before departure.