Cascades

Welcome to Cascades, VA

One of three communities that make up the Potomac Falls Area, Cascades stretches over 2,500 acres along the scenic Potomac River. Known for its immaculate planning, Cascades fuses street-style shopping, outdoor recreation, and easy access to the Dulles Corridor Metro or Loudoun County Commuter Bus.

What You'll Love About Cascades

• Scenic Hiking Trails: In Cascades, hikers don’t have to settle — they’re mere minutes from some of the finest trails in Northern Virginia, including the Cascades National Recreation Trail, a 4-mile round-trip loop that leads to a waterfall of the same name within the George Washington & Jefferson National Forests.
• Natural Beauty: The natural wonder after which this community gets its name, Cascade Falls is a spectacular 66-foot tall waterfall fed by natural spring water. Frequented by over 150,000 hikers each year, the falls features a crystalline swimming hole at its base that’s considered one of the most beautiful in all of Northern Virginia. Other highlights include a trout stream, picnic area, and ample parking.
• Outdoor Recreation: A multipurpose outdoor destination, Algonkian Regional Park combines 838 acres of open space and natural wooded areas perfect for hiking, cycling, and jogging. Additional park offerings include the Algonkian Golf Course, Volcano Island Waterpark, The Woodlands Events Facility, a boat ramp, picnic shelters, riverfront cottages, and meeting facilities.
• Top-Notch Amenities: Exclusive access to a wide range of amenities is simply the Cascades way of life. Top attractions include a bocce court, soccer field, 5 community centers, 5 swimming pools, 15 tennis courts, 10 multipurpose courts, and 25 tot lots for outdoor activities closer to home.
• Shopping and Dining: Pedestrian-friendly and comprehensive, Cascades Marketplace is a mixed-use development featuring more than 30,000 square feet of neighborhood retail space, with plans in place for an estimated 450 residential units upon completion. Another neighborhood hotspot, Cascades Overlook is made up of several stores, salons, banks, clinics, fitness studios, and restaurants.
• A Learning-Fueled Environment: The schools located in Cascades (Algonkian Elementary School and Dominion High School) are only one part of the program — resource centers in and around the area (the Classroom of Discovery and Cascades Library) promote continued opportunities for growth.

Real Estate in Cascades

Characterized by its townhome-centric real estate scene, Cascades properties are united by their Contemporary and Colonial Revival architectural styles. One of the most exclusive residential areas in town? Lowes Island, a high-end selection of townhomes with lofty ceilings, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and exquisite brick exteriors.