Waterfall Hikes Near Hico, WV

383 residents
New York Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hico? There are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Hico. 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 38.1166°N, -81.0112°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hico

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 10 gauged

1 of 10 waterfalls near Hico is flowing strongly today

Brooks Falls Moderate Richman Falls Moderate Sandstone Falls Moderate Bull Falls Moderate Harvey Falls Moderate Falls of Hills Creek Strong Kanawha Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Wylie Falls Low

Updated 17 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 88°F

Aft 88°F Sunny Best
Wed 91°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny
Thu 93°F Sunny
Fri 92°F Sunny
Ind 87°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 83°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Flowing best right now near Hico

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Falls of Hills Creek Strong · 382 cfs 80th percentile
  2. 2 Brooks Falls Moderate · 2650 cfs 46th percentile
  3. 3 Richman Falls Moderate · 2650 cfs 46th percentile
  4. 4 Sandstone Falls Moderate · 2650 cfs 46th percentile
  5. 5 Bull Falls Moderate · 166 cfs 37th percentile
  6. 6 Harvey Falls Moderate · 166 cfs 37th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hico (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 Hico (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
Falls of Hills Creek waterfall

Falls of Hills Creek

43.5 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
1.3 miles 200 ft

Bull Falls

19.4 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 10 Waterfalls Near Hico

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
Falls of Hills Creek waterfall

Falls of Hills Creek

43.5 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
1.3 miles 200 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

Wylie Falls

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

Upper Falls

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

Lower Falls

34.1 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
5.6 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hico

Are there free waterfalls near Hico?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Hico, including Brooks Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hico?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hico?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hico?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hico?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Hico?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hico?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Hico have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hico?

The closest waterfall to Hico is Kanawha Falls, approximately 10.2 miles away.

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55.8 mi 75°F

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Old Sweet Spring

56.4 mi 73°F

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