Waterfall Hikes Near Barboursville, WV

4,394 residents
New York Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Barboursville? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Barboursville. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 38.4067°N, -82.2964°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Barboursville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

4 waterfalls near Barboursville have live flow data today

Caney Falls Moderate Lick Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate

Updated 17 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 100°F

Aft 95°F Sunny
Wed 99°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Thu 100°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 99°F Sunny
Ind 94°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 93°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Barboursville

Updated about 2 hours ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Caney Falls Moderate · 43 cfs 38th percentile
  2. 2 Lick Falls Moderate · 43 cfs 38th percentile
  3. 3 Lower Falls Moderate · 1630 cfs 30th percentile
  4. 4 Upper Falls Moderate · 1630 cfs 30th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Barboursville (3 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

34.1 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
5.6 miles 500 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

36.4 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lick Falls waterfall

Lick Falls

11.1 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Barboursville

Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

34.1 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
5.6 miles 500 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

36.4 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Caney Falls waterfall

Caney Falls

12.2 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lick Falls waterfall

Lick Falls

11.1 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Barboursville

Are there free waterfalls near Barboursville?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Barboursville, including Lick Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Barboursville?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Barboursville, including Lick Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Barboursville?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Barboursville, including Lick Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Barboursville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Barboursville is Caney Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Barboursville?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Barboursville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Barboursville?

The closest waterfall to Barboursville is Lower Falls, approximately 20.1 miles away.

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