Waterfall Hikes Near Henlawson, WV

332 residents
New York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Henlawson? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Henlawson. 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 37.9000°N, -81.9820°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Henlawson

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

1 of 5 waterfalls near Henlawson is flowing strongly today

Big Falls Low Caney Falls Barely Flowing Kanawha Falls Strong Lower Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 19 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

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Flowing best right now near Henlawson

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

  1. 1 Kanawha Falls Moderate · 9750 cfs 71st percentile
  2. 2 Big Falls Low · 369 cfs 19th percentile
  3. 3 Caney Falls Barely Flowing · 42 cfs 3rd percentile
  4. 4 Lower Falls Barely Flowing · 362 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Upper Falls Barely Flowing · 362 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Henlawson (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

29.2 miles away
West Virginia
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Henlawson (3 waterfalls)

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

Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

16.8 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

17.6 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
5.6 miles 500 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Henlawson

Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

16.8 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

17.6 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
5.6 miles 500 ft
Kanawha Falls waterfall

Kanawha Falls

29.2 miles away
West Virginia
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

36.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Caney Falls waterfall

Caney Falls

34.4 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Henlawson

Are there free waterfalls near Henlawson?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Henlawson, including Kanawha Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Henlawson?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Henlawson?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Henlawson, including Kanawha Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Henlawson?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Henlawson, including Kanawha Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Henlawson?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Henlawson?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Henlawson have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Henlawson?

The closest waterfall to Henlawson is Upper Falls, approximately 27.6 miles away.

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