Shenandoah National Park hiking guide
South River Falls Trail
A 4.3-mile out-and-back with 1,130 ft of climbing in Lewis Mountain, rated moderate.
Key facts
- Length
- 4.3 mi (6.9 km)
- Elevation gain
- 1,130 ft (346 m)
- Route type
- Out and back
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Area
- Lewis Mountain
- Highest point
- 2,951 ft
- Lowest point
- 1,900 ft
About South River Falls Trail
Descend through a lush forest alongside the South River to reach the base of a tall waterfall. The loop starts at the South River Picnic Grounds, crosses the Appalachian Trail and a single stream, and returns on a fire road and a stretch of the A.T. A stone-walled observation point along the way gives a view of the falls. Keep an eye out for wildflowers and birds throughout.
Route map
This route was checked by Parka editors.
