Waterfall Hero Hikes: Devil's Bathtub (Jefferson)

Devil's Bathtub is a waterfall and pothole in the sandstone creek bed on Devil's Fork in Scott County, Virginia. The waterfall is located in the Clinch Ranger District of Jefferson National Forest.

Hike Length: 3.2 miles
Estimated Time: 2 to 3 hours
Difficulty: Difficult
Location: Clinch Ranger District of Jefferson National Forest

Trail Users: Hiking only
Dogs: Yes
Features: Waterfalls (3)
Crowds: High
Warnings: There are a dozen creek crossings to reach the waterfall. The rocks around waterfalls are very slippery.
Trailhead GPS: 36.81854,-82.62663
Waterfall GPS: 36.81310,-82.65066

Directions:

From Coeburn, head south on VA-72 for about 12 miles and turn right on VA-65 south. Go about 8 miles and turn right on Route 619. In 4.4 miles turn left on FR-619 and go 0.3 miles to a small parking area.

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Hike Description:

From the trailhead, pick up Devil's Fork Trail (#401) up the stairway and go left. In the first quarter-mile, cross Straight Fork and then come to a split. Go left towards Devil's Bathtub. There are another dozen creek crossings that will require getting your feet wet in all but low water conditions. At 1.5 miles, arrive at the Devil's Bathtub.