Waterfall Hikes Near Hinton, WV

2,167 residents
New York Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hinton? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Hinton. 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 37.6652°N, -80.8828°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hinton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

7 of 15 waterfalls near Hinton are flowing strongly today

Beaverdam Falls Moderate Big Falls Roaring Cascades Roaring Upper Falls Roaring Brooks Falls Barely Flowing Richman Falls Barely Flowing Sandstone Falls Barely Flowing Bull Falls Roaring Harvey Falls Roaring Falling Spring Falls Barely Flowing Falls of Dismal Strong Falls of Hills Creek Moderate Kanawha Falls Moderate Meadow Creek Falls Roaring Wylie Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 92°F

Aft 79°F Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 88°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Tue 92°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 94°F Sunny
Thu 95°F Sunny
Fri 93°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Hinton

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Meadow Creek Falls Roaring · 21 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 Big Falls Roaring · 42 cfs 92nd percentile
  3. 3 Cascades Roaring · 42 cfs 92nd percentile
  4. 4 Upper Falls Roaring · 42 cfs 92nd percentile
  5. 5 Bull Falls Roaring · 226 cfs 91st percentile
  6. 6 Harvey Falls Roaring · 226 cfs 91st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hinton (2 waterfalls)

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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Hinton (9 waterfalls)

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

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

Bull Falls

19.4 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Hinton

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

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
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

Beaverdam Falls

43.5 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
Kanawha Falls waterfall

Kanawha Falls

36.2 miles away
West Virginia
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Meadow Creek Falls waterfall

Meadow Creek Falls

31 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Falls of Hills Creek waterfall

Falls of Hills Creek

43.5 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
1.3 miles 200 ft
Falling Spring Falls waterfall

Falling Spring Falls

42.1 miles away
Virginia
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hinton

Are there free waterfalls near Hinton?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Hinton, including Brooks Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hinton?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Hinton, including Falling Spring Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hinton?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Hinton, including Brooks Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hinton?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near Hinton, including Beaverdam Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Hinton?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hinton?

The shortest waterfall hike near Hinton is Beaverdam Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Hinton?

The tallest waterfall near Hinton is Falling Spring Falls at 80 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Hinton require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Hinton requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hinton?

Yes, 15 waterfalls near Hinton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hinton?

The closest waterfall to Hinton is Brooks Falls, approximately 3 miles away.

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