Outdoors NearbyDark Hollow Falls
Dark Hollow Falls is a waterfall in Virginia, about 6 miles from Stanley. OpenStreetMap lists it as about 69 feet (21 m) high. There are 8 other named waterfalls within 20 miles.
| Location | Near Stanley, Virginia Directions |
|---|---|
| Trail parking | Dark Hollow Falls Parking Area, about 0.4 mi from the falls straight-line distance to Dark Hollow Falls; the trail itself is longer Directions to the parking |
| Height | about 69 ft (21 m) |
Data: OpenStreetMap contributors. Rocks near falls are slippery, so stay on the trail and behind railings.
Best time to visit: Dark Hollow Falls
Dark Hollow Falls is about 75 miles west of Arlington, VA, measured in a straight line.
Plan the trip a day or two after steady rain for the most water. Around Stanley the most rainy days fall from May to July (about 8 per month). February is the driest month with about 5 rainy days, when small streams can slow to a trickle. From December to February average lows are 23 to 28 °F. Spray turns to ice on rocks and steps, so traction cleats are worth packing.
| Month | High | Low | Rain days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 43 °F | 23 °F | 5 |
| Feb | 47 °F | 26 °F | 5 |
| Mar | 55 °F | 32 °F | 6 |
| Apr | 67 °F | 41 °F | 7 |
| May | 74 °F | 50 °F | 8 |
| Jun | 81 °F | 58 °F | 7 |
| Jul | 85 °F | 62 °F | 7 |
| Aug | 83 °F | 61 °F | 7 |
| Sep | 78 °F | 54 °F | 6 |
| Oct | 67 °F | 43 °F | 5 |
| Nov | 57 °F | 34 °F | 6 |
| Dec | 47 °F | 28 °F | 6 |
More to do nearby
- Ralph H. Dean Recreation Park Skatepark (skatepark, 9 mi)
- The Rink at Massanutten Resort (ice rink, 19 mi)
For the trail to the falls
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More waterfalls nearby
- Rose River Falls 66 ft · near Stanley · 1 mi Directions
- Lewis Spring Falls 79 ft · near Stanley · 1 mi Directions
- Big Rock Falls near Stanley · 2 mi Directions
- Naked Creek Falls near Stanley · 3 mi Directions
- Climbing Rose Falls near Stanley · 3 mi Directions
- Cedar Run Falls near Stanley · 3 mi · trailhead 1.4 mi Directions
- Upper Whiteoak Falls 85 ft · near Stanley · 4 mi Directions
- Upper Whiteoak Falls 62 ft · near Stanley · 5 mi Directions
Frequently asked questions
Where is Dark Hollow Falls?
In Virginia, about 6 miles from Stanley, at 38.5187, -78.4234. The route ends as close as roads get; in Virginia that can still mean a hike.
Where do you park for Dark Hollow Falls?
The closest trail parking on the map is Dark Hollow Falls Parking Area, about 0.4 miles from Dark Hollow Falls in a straight line. Trail signs at the start usually give the walking distance.
How tall is Dark Hollow Falls?
About 69 feet (21 meters), according to OpenStreetMap.
What is the best season for Dark Hollow Falls?
Plan the trip a day or two after steady rain for the most water. Around Stanley the most rainy days fall from May to July (about 8 per month). February is the driest month with about 5 rainy days, when small streams can slow to a trickle.
How far is Dark Hollow Falls from Arlington, VA?
Dark Hollow Falls is about 75 miles west of Arlington, VA, measured in a straight line.
What other waterfalls are near Dark Hollow Falls?
Rose River Falls (1 mi), Lewis Spring Falls (1 mi), Big Rock Falls (2 mi) and Naked Creek Falls (3 mi).