Waterfall Hikes Near Hansford, WV

134 residents
New York Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hansford? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Hansford. 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 38.2067°N, -81.3960°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hansford

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 7 gauged

7 waterfalls near Hansford have live flow data today

Brooks Falls Barely Flowing Richman Falls Barely Flowing Sandstone Falls Barely Flowing Falls of Hills Creek Moderate Kanawha Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 81°F

Aft 83°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 83°F Widespread Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 88°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 81°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 85°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 82°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Hansford

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Falls of Hills Creek Moderate · 254 cfs 66th percentile
  2. 2 Kanawha Falls Moderate · 12400 cfs 56th percentile
  3. 3 Lower Falls Moderate · 1010 cfs 56th percentile
  4. 4 Upper Falls Moderate · 1010 cfs 56th percentile
  5. 5 Brooks Falls Barely Flowing · 4710 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Richman Falls Barely Flowing · 4710 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hansford (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

West Virginia
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Hansford (6 waterfalls)

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

Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

West Virginia
Moderate
5.6 miles 500 ft
Sandstone Falls waterfall

Sandstone Falls

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

Brooks Falls

42.5 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 7 Waterfalls Near Hansford

Kanawha Falls waterfall

Kanawha Falls

West Virginia
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

West Virginia
Moderate
5.6 miles 500 ft
Richman Falls waterfall

Richman Falls

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

Sandstone Falls

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

Brooks Falls

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

Falls of Hills Creek

West Virginia
Moderate
1.3 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hansford

Are there free waterfalls near Hansford?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hansford?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hansford?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hansford?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Hansford, including Brooks Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hansford?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Hansford?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hansford?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Hansford have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hansford?

The closest waterfall to Hansford is Kanawha Falls, approximately 10.5 miles away.

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