Waterfall Hikes Near Matoaka, WV

118 residents
New York Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Matoaka? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Matoaka. 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 37.4182°N, -81.2417°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Matoaka

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 12 gauged

12 waterfalls near Matoaka have live flow data today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 82°F

Aft 82°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 83°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 85°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 81°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 79°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 82°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 81°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Matoaka

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 Bull Falls Moderate · 550 cfs 52nd percentile
  3. 3 Harvey Falls Moderate · 550 cfs 52nd percentile
  4. 4 The Falls Barely Flowing · 1290 cfs 6th percentile
  5. 5 Big Falls Barely Flowing · 156 cfs 5th percentile
  6. 6 Cascades Barely Flowing · 156 cfs 5th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Matoaka (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Matoaka (8 waterfalls)

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

Bull Falls

10.3 miles away
West 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
Brooks Falls waterfall

Brooks Falls

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

Upper Falls

21.1 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 12 Waterfalls Near Matoaka

Wylie Falls

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

Falls of Dismal

41.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Brooks Falls waterfall

Brooks Falls

42.5 miles away
West 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
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
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

40.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Kanawha Falls waterfall

Kanawha Falls

West Virginia
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

13.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Matoaka

Are there free waterfalls near Matoaka?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Matoaka?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Matoaka?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Matoaka, including Brooks Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Matoaka?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Matoaka, including Brooks Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Matoaka?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Matoaka?

The shortest waterfall hike near Matoaka is Big Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Matoaka?

The tallest waterfall near Matoaka is Cascades at 66 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Matoaka?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Matoaka have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Matoaka?

The closest waterfall to Matoaka is Wylie Falls, approximately 16.4 miles away.

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