Waterfall Hikes Near Coal City, WV

1,461 residents
New_York Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Coal City? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Coal City. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 37.6776°N, -81.2180°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Coal City

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 12 gauged

6 of 12 waterfalls near Coal City are flowing strongly today

Beaverdam Falls Moderate Big Falls Strong Cascades Strong Upper Falls Strong Brooks Falls Strong Richman Falls Strong Sandstone Falls Strong Bull Falls Moderate Harvey Falls Moderate Falls of Dismal Moderate Kanawha Falls Barely Flowing Wylie Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 68°F

Thu 54°F Mostly Cloudy
Fri 68°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 79°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 83°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 85°F Sunny
Tue 84°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 80°F Rain Showers Likely

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Coal City (1 waterfall)

Easy access waterfalls are drive-up or short-walk friendly. Perfect for families, casual visitors, or anyone who loves waterfalls but is "so-so" about hiking.

Kanawha Falls waterfall

Kanawha Falls

25 miles away
West Virginia
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Coal City (7 waterfalls)

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

Brooks Falls waterfall

Brooks Falls

West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sandstone Falls waterfall

Sandstone Falls

39.7 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bull Falls

31.2 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 12 Waterfalls Near Coal City

Brooks Falls waterfall

Brooks Falls

West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sandstone Falls waterfall

Sandstone Falls

39.7 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Richman Falls waterfall

Richman Falls

39 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bull Falls

31.2 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kanawha Falls waterfall

Kanawha Falls

25 miles away
West Virginia
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Harvey Falls waterfall

Harvey Falls

38.7 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wylie Falls waterfall

Wylie Falls

45.1 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Dismal waterfall

Falls of Dismal

15.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Beaverdam Falls

41.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

12.1 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cascades waterfall

Cascades

11.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
4.0 miles 700 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

5.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Coal City

Are there free waterfalls near Coal City?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Coal City, including Brooks Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Coal City?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Coal City, including Kanawha Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Coal City?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Coal City, including Brooks Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Coal City?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Coal City, including Beaverdam Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Coal City?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Coal City, including Falls of Dismal.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Coal City?

The shortest waterfall hike near Coal City is Beaverdam Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Coal City?

The tallest waterfall near Coal City is Cascades at 66 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Coal City require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Coal City requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Coal City?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Coal City have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Coal City?

The closest waterfall to Coal City is Brooks Falls, approximately 15.8 miles away.

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