A moderate 3.3-mile hike to cascading falls in Shenandoah; dogs allowed on leash.
$30 per vehicle, 7-day pass (Shenandoah NP entrance fee)
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Doyles River Falls is a multi-tiered cascade system in Shenandoah National Park’s South District, accessed via a moderate 3.3-mile hike. The trail offers multiple vantage points to view the upper and lower falls sections, making this a rewarding waterfall experience.
Spring and early summer provide peak flows and lush foliage. Leashed dogs (max 6 feet) are permitted throughout the park, making this a solid choice for those with four-legged hiking partners. Parking at mile 81.1 along Skyline Drive is convenient, though summer weekends fill quickly.
A Shenandoah entrance fee ($30 per vehicle for 7 days) applies to all park visitors. This trail suits hikers with moderate fitness and rewards effort with multiple scenic viewpoints.
Spring and early summer offer best flows; park is open year-round but roads may have seasonal closures.
2–2.5 hours
$30 per vehicle, 7-day pass (Shenandoah NP entrance fee)
Via a 3.3-mile round-trip trail rated moderate by the managing agency.
Yes, per the managing agency's own page — but check current leash rules before you go.
We track 7 waterfalls in Shenandoah National Park.
There are 2 other waterfalls we track in null. All Shenandoah National Park waterfalls →
nps.gov
NPS Shenandoah 'Things To Do' page, checked 2026-09-03; South District, parking at mile 81.1; comprises an upper and lower falls (heights reported only by non-official sources, so left null); county left null due to conflicting sources; no closure alert found as of check date.
Checked September 2026.