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

1 of 9 waterfalls near Gatewood is flowing strongly today

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

Updated 17 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 88°F

Aft 88°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 90°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny
Thu 93°F Sunny
Fri 92°F Sunny
Ind 88°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 84°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Flowing best right now near Gatewood

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Falls of Hills Creek Strong · 382 cfs 80th percentile
  2. 2 Brooks Falls Moderate · 2650 cfs 46th percentile
  3. 3 Richman Falls Moderate · 2650 cfs 46th percentile
  4. 4 Sandstone Falls Moderate · 2650 cfs 46th percentile
  5. 5 Bull Falls Moderate · 166 cfs 37th percentile
  6. 6 Harvey Falls Moderate · 166 cfs 37th percentile

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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

36.2 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

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

Brooks Falls

47.7 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bull Falls

19.4 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 9 Waterfalls Near Gatewood

Kanawha Falls waterfall

Kanawha Falls

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

Richman Falls

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

Sandstone Falls

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

Brooks Falls

47.7 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bull Falls

19.4 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Harvey Falls

15 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wylie Falls

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

Falls of Hills Creek

43.5 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
1.3 miles 200 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

36.4 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

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Sweet Chalybeate Spring

52.6 mi 75°F

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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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