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Bull Falls

Pipestem, Virginia · Summers County · Facility

This recreation area is part of Bluestone Lake

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37.53826, -80.90908
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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Bull Falls

Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.

Avg High72°F
Avg Low54°F
Peak Rain Chance44%
Humidity80%
UV (avg)4
Today
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Overcast
83°/59°
💧 7%🌬 10mph
↑ 7:20 AM ↓ 7:05 PM
Sat
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Rain
71°/61°
💧 34%🌬 5mph
↑ 7:21 AM ↓ 7:03 PM
Sun
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Rain Showers
66°/59°
💧 44%🌬 3mph
↑ 7:21 AM ↓ 7:02 PM
Mon
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Overcast
72°/50°
💧 1%🌬 10mph
↑ 7:22 AM ↓ 7:00 PM
Tue
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Clear
70°/41°
🌬 3mph
↑ 7:23 AM ↓ 6:59 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

About Bull Falls

This recreation area is part of Bluestone Lake

Plan Your Visit to Bull Falls

Heading to Bull Falls? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Bull Falls?

No central reservation system listed for Bull Falls. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/248523) for the latest entry policy and availability.

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