Waterfall Hikes Near Glen Jean, WV

61 residents
New_York Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Glen Jean? There are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Glen Jean. 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 37.9272°N, -81.1531°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Glen Jean

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 10 gauged

5 of 10 waterfalls near Glen Jean are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 69°F

Aft 54°F Mostly Cloudy
Fri 69°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 80°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 88°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 88°F Sunny
Tue 87°F Sunny
Wed 84°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Glen Jean (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 Glen Jean (7 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 10 Waterfalls Near Glen Jean

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
Falls of Dismal waterfall

Falls of Dismal

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

Upper Falls

19.8 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Glen Jean

Are there free waterfalls near Glen Jean?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Glen Jean, including Brooks Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Glen Jean?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Glen Jean?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Glen Jean, including Brooks Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Glen Jean?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Glen Jean, including Brooks Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Glen Jean?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Glen Jean?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Glen Jean?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Glen Jean?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Glen Jean have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Glen Jean?

The closest waterfall to Glen Jean is Kanawha Falls, approximately 13.5 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Glen Jean, West Virginia

Sweet Chalybeate Spring

52.5 mi 75°F

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Old Sweet Spring

Old Sweet Spring

53.2 mi 73°F

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New River White Sulphur Springs

New River White Sulphur Springs

53.7 mi 85°F

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