Waterfall Hikes Near Fayetteville, WV

2,890 residents
New_York Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fayetteville? There are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Fayetteville. 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 38.0622°N, -81.1083°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Fayetteville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 10 gauged

4 of 10 waterfalls near Fayetteville are flowing strongly today

Brooks Falls Roaring Richman Falls Roaring Sandstone Falls Roaring Bull Falls Moderate Harvey Falls Moderate Falls of Hills Creek Moderate Kanawha Falls Roaring Lower Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Wylie Falls Moderate

Updated 23 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 88°F

Aft 78°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 86°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Mon 88°F Sunny Best
Tue 88°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 72°F Rain Showers Likely
Fri 74°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Fayetteville (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 Fayetteville (7 waterfalls)

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

Sandstone Falls waterfall

Sandstone Falls

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

Brooks Falls

39.2 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 10 Waterfalls Near Fayetteville

Kanawha Falls waterfall

Kanawha Falls

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

Richman Falls

39 miles away
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
Brooks Falls waterfall

Brooks Falls

39.2 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bull Falls

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

Harvey Falls

38.7 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Hills Creek waterfall

Falls of Hills Creek

42.8 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
1.3 miles 200 ft
Wylie Falls waterfall

Wylie Falls

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

Upper Falls

19.8 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

39.5 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
5.6 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Fayetteville

Are there free waterfalls near Fayetteville?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Fayetteville, including Brooks Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Fayetteville?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Fayetteville?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Fayetteville?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Fayetteville, including Brooks Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Fayetteville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Fayetteville is Brooks Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Fayetteville?

The tallest waterfall near Fayetteville is Falls of Hills Creek at 63 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Fayetteville?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Fayetteville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Fayetteville?

The closest waterfall to Fayetteville is Kanawha Falls, approximately 8.8 miles away.

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