Waterfall Hikes Near Helen, WV

22 residents
New York Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Helen? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Helen. 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 37.6374°N, -81.3130°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Helen

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 11 gauged

11 waterfalls near Helen have live flow data today

Big Falls Barely Flowing Cascades Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Brooks Falls Moderate Richman Falls Moderate Sandstone Falls Moderate Bull Falls Moderate Harvey Falls Moderate Falls of Dismal Barely Flowing Kanawha Falls Moderate Wylie Falls Low

Updated 31 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 97°F

Aft 90°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 95°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Thu 97°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 97°F Sunny
Ind 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 91°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 88°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Flowing best right now near Helen

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Brooks Falls Moderate · 2650 cfs 46th percentile
  2. 2 Richman Falls Moderate · 2650 cfs 46th percentile
  3. 3 Sandstone Falls Moderate · 2650 cfs 46th percentile
  4. 4 Bull Falls Moderate · 166 cfs 37th percentile
  5. 5 Harvey Falls Moderate · 166 cfs 37th percentile
  6. 6 Kanawha Falls Moderate · 6630 cfs 31st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Helen (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 Helen (7 waterfalls)

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

Bull Falls

19.4 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
Sandstone Falls waterfall

Sandstone Falls

45.2 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 11 Waterfalls Near Helen

Bull Falls

19.4 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
Sandstone Falls waterfall

Sandstone Falls

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

Richman Falls

44.5 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Harvey Falls

15 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kanawha Falls waterfall

Kanawha Falls

36.2 miles away
West Virginia
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Wylie Falls

10.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Dismal waterfall

Falls of Dismal

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

Upper Falls

44 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cascades waterfall

Cascades

44.2 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
4.0 miles 700 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

7.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Helen

Are there free waterfalls near Helen?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Helen, including Brooks Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Helen?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Helen?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Helen?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Helen?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Helen?

The shortest waterfall hike near Helen is Big Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Helen?

The tallest waterfall near Helen is Cascades at 66 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Helen?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Helen have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Helen?

The closest waterfall to Helen is Bull Falls, approximately 21.7 miles away.

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