While waterfalls are usually a sign of spring and summer, there’s something simply magical about seeing a waterfall in winter. These icy cascades are breathtaking, appearing like a rare and majestic moment frozen in time. If you’re not opposed to the idea of bundling up and going for a little hike, your reward will be great. Here are 7 spots where you can see some potentially dazzling frozen falls this winter.
- The Falls along Skyline Drive
Chris Dilworth/flickr During the better part of the year, these areas accumulate water. Come winter time, the water freezes over into beautiful miniature cascades. You’ll see them along Skyline Drive if driving conditions aren’t too icy.
- Frozen Falls at Shenandoah National Park
carobe/flickr This phenomenon also occurs at Shenandoah National Park, where you may see the frozen falls from the groundwater that seeps through the greenstone.
- Great Falls Park
Nicolas Raymond/flickr One of the most beautiful parks in northern Virginia (McLean) transforms into a winter wonderland this time of year. With snow covered rocks, and icy-blue waters, you’ll be in for a truly memorable visit.
- Jones Run Falls
Shannon McGee/flickr This scenic waterfall can be found just outside of Waynesboro in Shenandoah National Park. Beautiful at any time of year, the trail that leads to this fall is especially stunning with a little snow.
- Upper Doyles River Falls
Shannon McGee/flickr Not far from Jones Run, the Upper Doyles Trailhead can be found at mile 8.1 along Skyline Drive. This scenic set of falls is located just 1.5 miles from the parking area.
- Aldie Dam
Jessica Whittle/flickr Located in Aldie, this Dam looks particularly magical during the cold months. While not altogether frozen, the surrounding icicles and bare trees make a true winter spectacle.
- Tavertine flowstone at Shenandoah Caverns
James St. John/flickr This one’s a bit of a stretch, but for anyone who would prefer to be a little warmer, there’s a chance to see waterfall-esque rock formations at Shenandoah Caverns. Underground out of the bitter weather, you’ll be able to admire the rocks that characteristically appear like frozen water.
As always, be sure to watch your step as you hike to these sites. Conditions can be slippery and potentially dangerous with ice. Which frozen falls would you add to this list? We’d love to hear from you!
Chris Dilworth/flickr
During the better part of the year, these areas accumulate water. Come winter time, the water freezes over into beautiful miniature cascades. You’ll see them along Skyline Drive if driving conditions aren’t too icy.
carobe/flickr
This phenomenon also occurs at Shenandoah National Park, where you may see the frozen falls from the groundwater that seeps through the greenstone.
Nicolas Raymond/flickr
One of the most beautiful parks in northern Virginia (McLean) transforms into a winter wonderland this time of year. With snow covered rocks, and icy-blue waters, you’ll be in for a truly memorable visit.
Shannon McGee/flickr
This scenic waterfall can be found just outside of Waynesboro in Shenandoah National Park. Beautiful at any time of year, the trail that leads to this fall is especially stunning with a little snow.
Not far from Jones Run, the Upper Doyles Trailhead can be found at mile 8.1 along Skyline Drive. This scenic set of falls is located just 1.5 miles from the parking area.
Jessica Whittle/flickr
Located in Aldie, this Dam looks particularly magical during the cold months. While not altogether frozen, the surrounding icicles and bare trees make a true winter spectacle.
James St. John/flickr
This one’s a bit of a stretch, but for anyone who would prefer to be a little warmer, there’s a chance to see waterfall-esque rock formations at Shenandoah Caverns. Underground out of the bitter weather, you’ll be able to admire the rocks that characteristically appear like frozen water.
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