Waterfall Hikes Near Danville, WV

682 residents
New York Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Danville? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Danville. 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 38.0808°N, -81.8342°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Danville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

4 waterfalls near Danville have live flow data today

Caney Falls Moderate Kanawha Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 84°F

Aft 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 87°F Widespread Fog
Sun 92°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 86°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 84°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 88°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 84°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Danville

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Caney Falls Moderate · 47 cfs 62nd percentile
  2. 2 Kanawha Falls Moderate · 12400 cfs 56th percentile
  3. 3 Lower Falls Moderate · 1010 cfs 56th percentile
  4. 4 Upper Falls Moderate · 1010 cfs 56th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Danville (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 Danville (3 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

All 4 Waterfalls Near Danville

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
Kanawha Falls waterfall

Kanawha Falls

West Virginia
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Caney Falls waterfall

Caney Falls

43.3 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Danville

Are there free waterfalls near Danville?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Danville, including Kanawha Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Danville?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Danville?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Danville, including Kanawha Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Danville?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Danville, including Kanawha Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Danville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Danville is Caney Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Danville?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Danville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Danville?

The closest waterfall to Danville is Upper Falls, approximately 13.1 miles away.

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