Waterfall Hero Hikes: Stony Run Falls (Douthat)

Stony Run Falls is a small waterfall on its namesake in Bath County, Virginia. The waterfall is located in Douthat State Park.

Hike Length: 6 miles
Estimated Time: 2 to 3 hours
Difficulty: Moderate
Location: Douthat State Park
Trail Users: Hiking and biking
Dogs: Yes
Features: Waterfalls (1)
Crowds: Moderate
Warnings: The rocks around waterfalls are very slippery.
Trailhead GPS: 37.90166,-79.80524
Waterfall GPS: 37.88678,-79.83082

Directions:

From Lexington, head west on I-64 for about 26 miles to exit 27. At the end of the exit, turn right on Douthat State Park Road to head towards the park. At 5.7 miles, shortly after the entrance station, turn left on the gravel road heading to Camp Carson Picnic Area. Follow to the end and park.

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Hike Description:

Note this isn't the shortest hike to the waterfall, but its the route I took.

At the north end of the parking area, pick up the blue-blazed Blue Suck Falls Trail. The trail follows Blue Suck Run upstream and crosses the stream, which can be tricky if the water is up.

At a half-mile, turn left to stay on Blue Suck Falls Trail and at 0.8 miles, turn left to get on Locust Gap Trail. Follow this for 1.5 miles and turn right on Stony Run Trail. Go 0.7 miles along the trail to the first switchback to the right. The waterfall is right past the switchback.