Waterfall Hikes Near MacArthur, WV

1,362 residents
New York Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near MacArthur? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of MacArthur. 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 37.7551°N, -81.2079°W

Map of Waterfalls Near MacArthur

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 11 gauged

11 waterfalls near MacArthur have live flow data today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 79°F

Aft 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 81°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 85°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 80°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 79°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 82°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 81°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near MacArthur

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Beaverdam Falls Moderate · 50 cfs 71st percentile
  2. 2 Kanawha Falls Moderate · 12400 cfs 56th percentile
  3. 3 Bull Falls Moderate · 550 cfs 52nd percentile
  4. 4 Harvey Falls Moderate · 550 cfs 52nd percentile
  5. 5 Cascades Barely Flowing · 156 cfs 5th percentile
  6. 6 Upper Falls Barely Flowing · 156 cfs 5th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near MacArthur (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

West Virginia
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around MacArthur (7 waterfalls)

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

Sandstone Falls waterfall

Sandstone Falls

40 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Brooks Falls waterfall

Brooks Falls

42.5 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bull Falls

10.3 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 11 Waterfalls Near MacArthur

Sandstone Falls waterfall

Sandstone Falls

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

Richman Falls

39.3 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Brooks Falls waterfall

Brooks Falls

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

Kanawha Falls

West Virginia
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Bull Falls

10.3 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Harvey Falls

10.8 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wylie Falls

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

Falls of Dismal

41.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Beaverdam Falls

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

Upper Falls

21.1 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cascades waterfall

Cascades

21.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
4.0 miles 700 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near MacArthur

Are there free waterfalls near MacArthur?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near MacArthur?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in MacArthur?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near MacArthur?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near MacArthur, including Beaverdam Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near MacArthur?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near MacArthur?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near MacArthur?

The tallest waterfall near MacArthur is Cascades at 66 feet.

Do any waterfalls near MacArthur require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around MacArthur?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near MacArthur have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to MacArthur?

The closest waterfall to MacArthur is Sandstone Falls, approximately 13 miles away.

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