Place

Hazel River Falls Trailhead

A tree silhouette from a scenic, forested overlook against a pink sunrise.

Quick Facts
Location:
Meadow Spring Parking Area (mile 33.5)

Parking - Auto, Trailhead

A trail that leads you through a rugged section of the Park to an exceptional waterfall. Pets must be on a physical leash no longer than 6 feet at all times.


Distance: 5.3-mile round trip hike
Difficulty: Moderate (hiking difficulty scale)
Hiking Time: 5 hours
Elevation Gain: 1,070 feet


Hike Description

  1. From Meadow Spring Parking Area (mile 33.5), take the yellow-blazed Hazel Mountain Trail past the Buck Ridge Trail.
  2. At the fork, go left onto the yellow-blazed White Rocks Trail.
  3. At the next trailpost, go right and continue to two small waterfalls.
  4. Turn around and retrace your steps back to the parking area. 

Shenandoah National Park

Last updated: February 22, 2021