Waterfall Hikes Near Madison, WV

2,880 residents
New York Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Madison? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Madison. 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 38.0631°N, -81.8046°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Madison

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

3 waterfalls near Madison have live flow data today

Kanawha Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate

Updated 14 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 98°F

Aft 91°F Sunny
Wed 97°F Widespread Fog then Sunny
Thu 98°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 97°F Mostly Sunny
Ind 94°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 91°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 88°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Flowing best right now near Madison

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 Madison (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 Madison (3 waterfalls)

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

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

All 3 Waterfalls Near Madison

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
Kanawha Falls waterfall

Kanawha Falls

36.2 miles away
West Virginia
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Madison

Are there free waterfalls near Madison?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Madison?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Madison?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Madison?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Madison?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Madison?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Madison has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Madison?

The closest waterfall to Madison is Upper Falls, approximately 15.2 miles away.

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