Waterfall Hikes Near Falls Mills, VA

128 residents
New York Time Zone
13 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Falls Mills? There are 13 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Falls Mills. 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 37.2773°N, -81.3067°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Falls Mills

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

13 of 13 gauged

6 of 13 waterfalls near Falls Mills are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 79°F

Wed 79°F Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms Best
Thu 81°F Patchy Fog then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Fri 80°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 80°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 81°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 83°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 82°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Falls Mills

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Wylie Falls Strong · 4030 cfs 87th percentile
  2. 2 Brooks Falls Strong · 5850 cfs 83rd percentile
  3. 3 Richman Falls Strong · 5850 cfs 83rd percentile
  4. 4 Sandstone Falls Strong · 5850 cfs 83rd percentile
  5. 5 The Falls Strong · 2530 cfs 78th percentile
  6. 6 Kanawha Falls Moderate · 9750 cfs 71st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Falls Mills (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Falls Mills (8 waterfalls)

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

Falls of Dismal waterfall

Falls of Dismal

27.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bull Falls

29 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

34.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 13 Waterfalls Near Falls Mills

Falls of Dismal waterfall

Falls of Dismal

27.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wylie Falls

37.5 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bull Falls

29 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Harvey Falls

33.4 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

29.1 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

34.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cascades waterfall

Cascades

38.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
4.0 miles 700 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

38.4 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Brooks Falls waterfall

Brooks Falls

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

Sandstone Falls

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

Richman Falls

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

Kanawha Falls

29.2 miles away
West Virginia
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

36.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Falls Mills

Are there free waterfalls near Falls Mills?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Falls Mills, including Brooks Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Falls Mills?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Falls Mills?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Falls Mills, including Brooks Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Falls Mills?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Falls Mills, including Brooks Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Falls Mills?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Falls Mills?

The shortest waterfall hike near Falls Mills is Big Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Falls Mills?

The tallest waterfall near Falls Mills is Cascades at 66 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Falls Mills?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Falls Mills have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Falls Mills?

The closest waterfall to Falls Mills is Falls of Dismal, approximately 21.5 miles away.

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