Waterfall Hikes Near Matheny, WV

183 residents
New York Time Zone
9 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Matheny? There are 9 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Matheny. 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 37.6640°N, -81.5985°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Matheny

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 9 gauged

9 waterfalls near Matheny have live flow data today

Brooks Falls Barely Flowing Richman Falls Barely Flowing Sandstone Falls Barely Flowing Bull Falls Moderate Harvey Falls Moderate Kanawha Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Wylie Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 86°F

Aft 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 89°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 84°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 83°F Partly Sunny
Wed 86°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 84°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Matheny

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Kanawha Falls Moderate · 12400 cfs 56th percentile
  2. 2 Lower Falls Moderate · 1010 cfs 56th percentile
  3. 3 Upper Falls Moderate · 1010 cfs 56th percentile
  4. 4 Bull Falls Moderate · 550 cfs 52nd percentile
  5. 5 Harvey Falls Moderate · 550 cfs 52nd percentile
  6. 6 Wylie Falls Barely Flowing · 1970 cfs 2nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Matheny (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 Matheny (6 waterfalls)

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

Brooks Falls waterfall

Brooks Falls

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

Sandstone Falls

40 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 9 Waterfalls Near Matheny

Brooks Falls waterfall

Brooks Falls

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

Sandstone Falls

40 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bull Falls

10.3 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

Harvey Falls

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

Kanawha Falls

West Virginia
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wylie Falls

7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

West Virginia
Moderate
5.6 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Matheny

Are there free waterfalls near Matheny?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Matheny, including Brooks Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Matheny?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Matheny?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Matheny, including Brooks Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Matheny?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Matheny, including Brooks Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Matheny?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Matheny?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Matheny have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Matheny?

The closest waterfall to Matheny is Brooks Falls, approximately 32.6 miles away.

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