Waterfall Hikes Near Mount Gay-Shamrock, WV

1,418 residents
New York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mount Gay-Shamrock? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mount Gay-Shamrock. 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 37.8512°N, -82.0230°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mount Gay-Shamrock

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

1 of 5 waterfalls near Mount Gay-Shamrock is flowing strongly today

Big Falls Low Caney Falls Barely Flowing Kanawha Falls Strong Lower Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

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Flowing best right now near Mount Gay-Shamrock

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

  1. 1 Kanawha Falls Moderate · 9750 cfs 71st percentile
  2. 2 Big Falls Low · 369 cfs 19th percentile
  3. 3 Caney Falls Barely Flowing · 42 cfs 3rd percentile
  4. 4 Lower Falls Barely Flowing · 362 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Upper Falls Barely Flowing · 362 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Mount Gay-Shamrock (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

29.2 miles away
West Virginia
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Mount Gay-Shamrock (3 waterfalls)

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

Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

16.8 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

17.6 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
5.6 miles 500 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Mount Gay-Shamrock

Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

16.8 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

17.6 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
5.6 miles 500 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

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

Kanawha Falls

29.2 miles away
West Virginia
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Caney Falls waterfall

Caney Falls

34.4 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mount Gay-Shamrock

Are there free waterfalls near Mount Gay-Shamrock?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Mount Gay-Shamrock, including Kanawha Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Mount Gay-Shamrock?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Mount Gay-Shamrock, including Kanawha Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Mount Gay-Shamrock?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Mount Gay-Shamrock, including Kanawha Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mount Gay-Shamrock?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Mount Gay-Shamrock, including Kanawha Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mount Gay-Shamrock?

The shortest waterfall hike near Mount Gay-Shamrock is Big Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Mount Gay-Shamrock?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Mount Gay-Shamrock have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Mount Gay-Shamrock?

The closest waterfall to Mount Gay-Shamrock is Upper Falls, approximately 31.7 miles away.

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