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Short, but steep, hike to Virginia's finest waterfall.


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2.7

Miles

4.3

KM

Point to Point

3,062' 933 m

High

1,748' 533 m

Low

1,314' 400 m

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Down

9%

Avg Grade (5°)

19%

Max Grade (11°)

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  4.3 from 22 votes

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The upper portion of Crabtree Falls is especially serene during a foggy day.
Jan 21, 2017 near Nellysford, VA
Ice climbers at Crabtree Falls in January.
Feb 7, 2016 near Nellysford, VA
View from the top of  the falls
Jun 23, 2023 near Nellysford, VA
Crab Tree Falls (CTF), lone cairn at base of falls
Aug 18, 2018 near Nellysford, VA
Crab Tree Falls (CTF), Fast moving water
Aug 18, 2018 near Nellysford, VA
Take in this beautiful view from the Crabtree Falls Trail.
Mar 23, 2017 near Nellysford, VA
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