Waterfall Hikes Near Gary, WV

910 residents
New_York Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Gary? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Gary. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 37.3619°N, -81.5415°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Gary

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

13 of 14 gauged

7 of 13 waterfalls near Gary are flowing strongly today

Big Falls Moderate Tank Hollow Falls Moderate Big Falls Strong Cascades Strong Upper Falls Strong Brooks Falls Strong Richman Falls Strong Sandstone Falls Strong Bull Falls Moderate Harvey Falls Moderate Falls of Dismal Moderate Wylie Falls Low The Falls Roaring

Updated 23 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 74°F

Thu 60°F Mostly Cloudy
Fri 74°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 84°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sun 87°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 91°F Sunny
Tue 90°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 86°F Rain Showers Likely

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Gary (9 waterfalls)

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

Bull Falls

31.2 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Dismal waterfall

Falls of Dismal

15.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascades waterfall

Cascades

11.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
4.0 miles 700 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Gary

Wylie Falls waterfall

Wylie Falls

45.1 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bull Falls

31.2 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Dismal waterfall

Falls of Dismal

15.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Harvey Falls waterfall

Harvey Falls

38.7 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascades waterfall

Cascades

11.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
4.0 miles 700 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

38.1 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

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

Brooks Falls

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

Big Falls

5.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Gentry Creek Falls waterfall CC

Gentry Creek Falls

34.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Sandstone Falls waterfall

Sandstone Falls

39.7 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tank Hollow Falls waterfall

Tank Hollow Falls

32.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Richman Falls waterfall

Richman Falls

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

The Falls

39.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Gary

Are there free waterfalls near Gary?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Gary, including Brooks Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Gary?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Gary, including Brooks Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Gary?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Gary, including Brooks Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Gary?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Gary?

The shortest waterfall hike near Gary is Big Falls at 2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Gary?

The tallest waterfall near Gary is Cascades at 66 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Gary?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Gary have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Gary?

The closest waterfall to Gary is Wylie Falls, approximately 31.2 miles away.

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