One of six cascades in a scenic canyon, moderate 4.6-mile hike, dogs on leash allowed.
$30 per vehicle, 7-day pass (Shenandoah NP entrance fee)
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Whiteoak Canyon Falls (Upper) is one of six named cascades tumbling through a scenic canyon system in Shenandoah National Park, accessed via a moderate 4.6-mile hike. Multiple vantage points let visitors appreciate the tiered cascade system and canyon geology.
Leashed dogs (6 feet maximum) are welcome throughout Shenandoah, making this trail appealing for hiking with canine companions. Spring and early summer offer robust water flows and lush forest; fall delivers solitude and golden light for photography. Weekend parking and trailhead use can be congested.
Shenandoah entrance fee ($30 per vehicle for 7 days) applies. This hike balances moderate effort with multi-cascade beauty and legitimate wilderness canyon scenery.
Spring and early summer for peak flows; fall offers quieter crowds and colorful foliage.
2.5–3 hours
$30 per vehicle, 7-day pass (Shenandoah NP entrance fee)
Via a 4.6-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 Madison County. All Shenandoah National Park waterfalls →
nps.gov
NPS Shenandoah 'Things To Do' page, checked 2026-09-03; part of a canyon with six named cascades; NPS page did not state a height figure so left null; no closure alert found as of check date.
Checked September 2026.