Cedar Run Falls - Hike and Swim near Oldrag, Virginia
Cedar Run Falls, Virginia 22743, USA,Oldrag,Virginia
38.5421636, -78.3670533
2.8 miles W of Oldrag, Virginia
Address: Cedar Run Falls, Virginia 22743, USA
GPS: 38°32'31.8"N 78°22'1.4"W
Maps | Directions
State: Virginia
Trails/Routes: 2.8 mi

National Park

Hike and Swim

Cedar Run Falls is a strenuous but rewarding hiking trail located in central Shenandoah National Park. This over 8 mile trail gives hikers views of six different waterfalls along the trail as well as sweeping views of the rest of the park. This trail takes hiker seven to 8 hours on average to complete, and should only be attempted by experienced hikers. This hike is difficult due to its length, elevation change and the rockiness of the trail. With an elevation change of 2,794 feet Cedar Run Falls Trail provides views from a variety of different vantage paints and hours of adventure for avid hikers.

Cedar Run Falls itself can be reached starting from either end of the trail if hikers wish to reach the falls without hiking the entire 8 miles. Though this shortens the hike the trail is still strenuous. The trail can be accessed either from the Hawksbill Gap Parking Lot or Whiteoak Canyon Trailhead, with the main waterfall being about 1.8 miles from each end. Just off the trail and below the falls the water deepens into a swimming hole with a natural waterslide, known simply as "The Slide". Swimmers and sliders should be cautious and check depth and safety of the water before sliding. 

 

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Be courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.

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  1. Plan Ahead and Prepare
  2. Travel & camp on durable surfaces
  3. Dispose of waste properly
  4. Leave what you find
  5. Minimize campfire impacts
  6. Respect wildlife
  7. Be considerate of other visitors

Directions

From Oldrag, Virginia

  1. Head north on Old Rag Fire Rd toward Berry Hollow Fire Rd
    Restricted usage road
    (0.3 mi)
  2. Turn right to stay on Old Rag Fire Rd
    Partial restricted usage road
    (4.5 mi)
  3. Turn left onto Skyline Dr (2.0 mi)
  4. Turn left onto Whiteoak Fire Rd
    Restricted usage road
    (0.7 mi)
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Trails

Distance ?

2.8 miles

Elevation Gain ?

2,241 feet

Real Ascent ?

2,241 feet

Real Descent ?

0 feet

Avg Grade (9°)

15%

Grade (3° to 16°)