Stiles Falls is a 40-foot waterfall located on Camp Alta Mons property. The trail is closed to the public while summer camp is in session. The hike is about 3 miles long. From the camp […]

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Stiles Falls is a beautiful 40-foot waterfall located on Camp Alta Mons property in Shawsville, approximately 45 minutes from Roanoke.

Note that the trail is closed to the public while summer camps and winter camps are in session. Specific summer and winter camp dates can be viewed on the Camp Alta Mons website.

Dogs are also allowed to join the hike –  just be sure to clean up after them. Camp Alta Mons is a great place to plan a quick day trip or a weekend getaway by booking a retreat in an assortment of cabins or RV and tent camping.

Distance

  • About 3 miles round trip

Hike It

  • Starting at the camp office, walk up the road past the swimming pool, the retreat center, and the pond.
  • Continue down the dirt road until you see a sign indicating “Falls.”
  • Follow the trail to the falls crossing the creek three times before reaching the falls.
  • The trail is marked with white blazes and should end with a rock scramble.
  • Be sure to pick up any trash that may be left behind from your hike/visit.

Directions/Parking

From Roanoke – Take Exit 132 at Dixie Caverns onto Route 11/460 towards Shawsville. Continue for about 8 miles then turn left onto Alleghany Spring Road (Route 637). After approximately 6 miles, Camp Alta Mons will be on the right. Park your vehicle at the front of the property and walk up the road to the trail. Visitors should park at the front of the property and walk to the trailhead.

Add-On Adventures

  • Grab a beer and lunch or dinner at nearby Bull and Bones Brewhaus & Grill in Blacksburg.
  • Enjoy both Low and High Ropes courses offered at Camp Alta Mons. Perfect for team building and leadership skills.
  • Watch a drive-in movie by visiting the Starlite Drive-In Theater. Click here for movie options and times.
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