Big Rock Falls
Syria, Virginia
GPS: |
38°29'43.4"N 78°25'26.8"W Maps | Directions |
State: | Virginia |
Trails/Routes: | 0.3 mi |
Rivers Waterfalls Trails
Hike and Swim
Big Rock Falls is an easy hike to a beautiful cascading waterfall. The hike follows Mill Prong River giving hikers a beautiful view of the flowing water, forests and rock formations for the entire hike. The hike to the Falls is 1.5 miles and is considered moderately difficult. There is a steady change in elevation and the trail is rocky. The trail is also well marked and easy to follow.
When the water is at higher flow there is a spot on Mill Prong river before you reach big falls where the water pools into a decent swimming hole. This gives visitors an opportunity to cool off and enjoy the clean water. Swimming is done at your own risk and swimmers should check water safety before swimming.
The fee to enter the park is $30 per vehicle. This pass is good for a week from time of purchase.
More Information
Be courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
Read MoreDirections
From Syria, Virginia
- Head southeast on VA-670 toward Bohannon Rd (1.7 mi)
- Turn right onto State Rte 649 (2.4 mi)
- Continue onto Rapidan Rd (5.2 mi)
- Continue onto Rapidan Fire RdRestricted usage road(0.4 mi)
- Turn leftRestricted usage road(0.6 mi)

Trails
Distance ?
0.3 milesElevation Gain ?
188 feetReal Ascent ?
188 feetReal Descent ?
0 feetAvg Grade (6°)
11%Grade (3° to 8°)
5% to 14%Elevation differences are scaled for emphasis. While the numbers are accurate, the cut-away shown here is not to scale.