Waterfall Hikes Near Hometown, WV

869 residents
New York Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hometown? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Hometown. 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 38.5289°N, -81.8552°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hometown

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

3 waterfalls near Hometown have live flow data today

Kanawha Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate

Updated 17 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 101°F

Aft 95°F Sunny
Wed 100°F Sunny
Thu 101°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 100°F Sunny
Ind 95°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 94°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 91°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Hometown

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Kanawha Falls Moderate · 6630 cfs 31st percentile
  2. 2 Lower Falls Moderate · 1630 cfs 30th percentile
  3. 3 Upper Falls Moderate · 1630 cfs 30th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hometown (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 Hometown (3 waterfalls)

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

Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

34.1 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
5.6 miles 500 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

36.4 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 3 Waterfalls Near Hometown

Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

34.1 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
5.6 miles 500 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

36.4 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hometown

Are there free waterfalls near Hometown?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hometown?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hometown?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hometown?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hometown?

The shortest waterfall hike near Hometown is Kanawha Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hometown?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Hometown has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hometown?

The closest waterfall to Hometown is Lower Falls, approximately 7.7 miles away.

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