Waterfall Hikes Near Buffalo, WV

1,151 residents
New York Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Buffalo? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Buffalo. 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 38.6108°N, -81.9817°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Buffalo

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

2 waterfalls near Buffalo have live flow data today

Lower Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate

Updated 14 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 101°F

Aft 95°F Sunny
Wed 99°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny
Thu 101°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 100°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 Buffalo

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Lower Falls Moderate · 1630 cfs 30th percentile
  2. 2 Upper Falls Moderate · 1630 cfs 30th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Buffalo (2 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

All 2 Waterfalls Near Buffalo

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Buffalo

Are there free waterfalls near Buffalo?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Buffalo, including Lower Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Buffalo?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Buffalo, including Lower Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Buffalo?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Buffalo, including Lower Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Buffalo?

The shortest waterfall hike near Buffalo is Lower Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

What is the closest waterfall to Buffalo?

The closest waterfall to Buffalo is Lower Falls, approximately 16.7 miles away.

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