Waterfall Hikes Near Comfort, WV

176 residents
New York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Comfort? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Comfort. 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 38.1317°N, -81.6102°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Comfort

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

5 waterfalls near Comfort have live flow data today

Kanawha Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Richman Falls Barely Flowing Sandstone Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 84°F

Aft 86°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 86°F Widespread Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 91°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 85°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 84°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 87°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 85°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Comfort

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Kanawha Falls Moderate · 12400 cfs 56th percentile
  2. 2 Lower Falls Moderate · 1010 cfs 56th percentile
  3. 3 Upper Falls Moderate · 1010 cfs 56th percentile
  4. 4 Richman Falls Barely Flowing · 4710 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Sandstone Falls Barely Flowing · 4710 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Comfort (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

West Virginia
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Comfort (4 waterfalls)

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

Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

West Virginia
Moderate
5.6 miles 500 ft
Sandstone Falls waterfall

Sandstone Falls

40 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Comfort

Kanawha Falls waterfall

Kanawha Falls

West Virginia
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

West Virginia
Moderate
5.6 miles 500 ft
Richman Falls waterfall

Richman Falls

39.3 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sandstone Falls waterfall

Sandstone Falls

40 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Comfort

Are there free waterfalls near Comfort?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Comfort, including Kanawha Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Comfort?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Comfort?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Comfort, including Kanawha Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Comfort?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Comfort, including Kanawha Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Comfort?

The shortest waterfall hike near Comfort is Kanawha Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Comfort?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Comfort have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Comfort?

The closest waterfall to Comfort is Kanawha Falls, approximately 17.8 miles away.

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