Waterfall Hikes Near Gauley Bridge, WV

471 residents
New York Time Zone
9 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Gauley Bridge? There are 9 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Gauley Bridge. 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 38.1681°N, -81.2039°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Gauley Bridge

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 9 gauged

4 of 9 waterfalls near Gauley Bridge are flowing strongly today

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

Updated 28 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 86°F

Aft 78°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 86°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 91°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 92°F Sunny
Thu 94°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 93°F Sunny
Ind 91°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Gauley Bridge

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Bull Falls Strong · 208 cfs 82nd percentile
  2. 2 Harvey Falls Strong · 208 cfs 82nd percentile
  3. 3 Lower Falls Strong · 2900 cfs 77th percentile
  4. 4 Upper Falls Strong · 2900 cfs 77th percentile
  5. 5 Kanawha Falls Moderate · 7230 cfs 63rd percentile
  6. 6 Falls of Hills Creek Moderate · 180 cfs 28th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Gauley Bridge (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 Gauley Bridge (7 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
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

36.4 miles away
West 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

All 9 Waterfalls Near Gauley Bridge

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
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

36.4 miles away
West 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
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

34.1 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
5.6 miles 500 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Gauley Bridge

Are there free waterfalls near Gauley Bridge?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Gauley Bridge, including Brooks Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Gauley Bridge?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Gauley Bridge?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Gauley Bridge?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Gauley Bridge?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Gauley Bridge?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Gauley Bridge?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Gauley Bridge have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Gauley Bridge?

The closest waterfall to Gauley Bridge is Kanawha Falls, approximately 1.2 miles away.

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