Falling Spring

City of Covington County, Virginia · Near Covington
37.8700°N, 79.9330°W
77°F 59°F air · Good soaking weather Short Walk Camping nearby (4.7 mi)

Falling Spring is a warm spring near Covington in western Virginia, seven miles out of town. The water is tepid, warmer than a creek and nowhere near hot. No landowner is on record, and public access is unknown. Elevation is not listed.

Location

Hot Springs Road runs closest, and from there it is a fifth of a mile of walking. This is a wet part of the country, with heavy rain through the year and moderate winter snow. Morris Hill Campground, under five miles away, is the nearest camping on file.

Winter comes out on top among the months. Nobody recorded an owner, and nothing says the public is welcome, so make sure you are allowed on that ground before walking in. Fees and water chemistry went unrecorded as well.

Monthly Climate
31°
Jan
35°
Feb
41°
Mar
51°
Apr
61°
May
67°
Jun
72°
Jul
70°
Aug
65°
Sep
54°
Oct
41°
Nov
37°
Dec
Annual Precip: 45.1 in Annual Snow: 22.5 in
Best Time to Visit
January Air 31°F · Water 77°F · +47° contrast
February Air 35°F · Water 77°F · +43° contrast
December Air 37°F · Water 77°F · +41° contrast
January offers 42°F more contrast than July
Current Conditions
59°F
E 20.9 mph 96% Good soaking weather
Labor Day 74° Low 60° Mostly Sunny 2% precip
Spring is +3° warmer
Tuesday 77° Low 58° Mostly Sunny
Wednesday 82° Low 59° Sunny 1% precip
Thursday 81° Low 64° Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 41% precip
Friday 79° Low 63° Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers 21% precip
Where to Stay

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Nearby Camping
Morris Hill Campground 4.7 mi away

Overview Morris Hill is a peaceful, rustic campground for groups of family and friends. The family campground is a family-friendly destination perched on a ridge above Lake Moomaw. Kids can have fun at the playground while older generations sit back and relax in the shade. The group sites accommodate up the 25 guests with space for up to eight tents. Campers can enjoy the wonders of camping with simple pleasures like s'mores on the campfire, berry picking in the woods, and watching for water...

Reservable Yes
Reserve on Recreation.gov →
Temperature
77°F
Warm Hot Boiling
Water Temp 77°F (25°C)
Avg Air Temp 52°F
Above Ambient +25°F
Mild soaking conditions September
Access
Road Access Short Walk
Nearest Road Hot Springs Road
Distance to Road 0.2 mi
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the water temperature at Falling Spring?
Falling Spring has a water temperature of 77°F (25°C). This is a warm thermal spring.
Where is Falling Spring located?
Falling Spring is located in City of Covington County, Virginia, near Covington. Coordinates: 37.8700°N, 79.9330°W.
How do I get to Falling Spring?
Falling Spring has Short Walk road access, with the nearest road being Hot Springs Road (0.2 mi from the road).
Can I camp near Falling Spring?
Yes, Morris Hill Campground is located nearby (4.7 miles away).