Dark Hollow Falls Trail
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virginia · Madison County

Dark Hollow Falls Trail

The closest waterfall hike to Skyline Drive in Shenandoah National Park.

Rating
Length
1.4 mi
Difficulty
2
County
Madison

About This Trail

Dark Hollow Falls is one of the most popular waterfalls in Shenandoah National Park, dropping 70 feet over ancient greenstone cliffs. The trail descends quickly through a lush forest of hemlocks and hardwoods to multiple viewing areas at the base of the falls.

Location

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Coordinates: 38.5219, -78.4297 Open in Google Maps

Getting There

From Thornton Gap Entrance Station, drive south on Skyline Drive to milepost 50.7. The trailhead is at the parking area on the east side of the road.

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