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

10 waterfalls near Fayetteville have live flow data today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 79°F

Aft 81°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 80°F Areas Of Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Mon 80°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 79°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 83°F Mostly Sunny
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Flowing best right now near Fayetteville

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Falls of Hills Creek Moderate · 254 cfs 66th 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
  5. 5 Bull Falls Moderate · 550 cfs 52nd percentile
  6. 6 Harvey Falls Moderate · 550 cfs 52nd percentile

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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

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

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

Brooks Falls

42.5 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bull Falls

10.3 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 10 Waterfalls Near Fayetteville

Kanawha Falls waterfall

Kanawha Falls

West Virginia
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 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
Brooks Falls waterfall

Brooks Falls

42.5 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bull Falls

10.3 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Harvey Falls

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

Falls of Hills Creek

West Virginia
Moderate
1.3 miles 200 ft

Wylie Falls

7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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

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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