Waterfall Hikes Near Gatewood, WV

374 residents
New_York Time Zone
9 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Gatewood? There are 9 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Gatewood. 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 38.0052°N, -81.0663°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Gatewood

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 9 gauged

3 of 9 waterfalls near Gatewood are flowing strongly today

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

Updated 16 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 67°F

Thu 54°F Mostly Cloudy
Fri 67°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 79°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 85°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 87°F Sunny
Tue 86°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 82°F Rain Showers Likely

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Gatewood (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 Gatewood (6 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

3 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 9 Waterfalls Near Gatewood

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

3 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
Wylie Falls waterfall

Wylie Falls

45.1 miles away
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
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

19.8 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Gatewood

Are there free waterfalls near Gatewood?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Gatewood?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Gatewood?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Gatewood, including Brooks Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Gatewood?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Gatewood, including Brooks Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Gatewood?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Gatewood?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Gatewood?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Gatewood have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Gatewood?

The closest waterfall to Gatewood is Kanawha Falls, approximately 13.3 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Gatewood, West Virginia

Sweet Chalybeate Spring

52.6 mi 75°F

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Old Sweet Spring

Old Sweet Spring

53.3 mi 73°F

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New River White Sulphur Springs

New River White Sulphur Springs

53.9 mi 85°F

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