Waterfall Hikes Near Mount Hope, WV

1,032 residents
New York Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mount Hope? There are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mount Hope. 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 37.8976°N, -81.1737°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mount Hope

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 10 gauged

1 of 10 waterfalls near Mount Hope is flowing strongly today

Brooks Falls Moderate Richman Falls Moderate Sandstone Falls Moderate Bull Falls Moderate Harvey Falls Moderate Falls of Dismal Barely Flowing Falls of Hills Creek Strong Kanawha Falls Moderate Wylie Falls Low Upper Falls Moderate

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 88°F

Aft 88°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 92°F Areas Of Fog then Sunny
Thu 95°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 94°F Sunny
Ind 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 88°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 85°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Flowing best right now near Mount Hope

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Falls of Hills Creek Strong · 382 cfs 80th percentile
  2. 2 Brooks Falls Moderate · 2650 cfs 46th percentile
  3. 3 Richman Falls Moderate · 2650 cfs 46th percentile
  4. 4 Sandstone Falls Moderate · 2650 cfs 46th percentile
  5. 5 Bull Falls Moderate · 166 cfs 37th percentile
  6. 6 Harvey Falls Moderate · 166 cfs 37th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Mount Hope (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 Mount Hope (7 waterfalls)

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

Sandstone Falls waterfall

Sandstone Falls

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

Brooks Falls

47.7 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bull Falls

19.4 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 10 Waterfalls Near Mount Hope

Kanawha Falls waterfall

Kanawha Falls

36.2 miles away
West Virginia
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Richman Falls waterfall

Richman Falls

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

Sandstone Falls

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

Brooks Falls

47.7 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bull Falls

19.4 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Harvey Falls

15 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wylie Falls

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

Falls of Dismal

17.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Hills Creek waterfall

Falls of Hills Creek

43.5 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
1.3 miles 200 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

36.4 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mount Hope

Are there free waterfalls near Mount Hope?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Mount Hope, including Brooks Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Mount Hope?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Mount Hope?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mount Hope?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Mount Hope, including Brooks Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Mount Hope?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mount Hope?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Mount Hope?

The tallest waterfall near Mount Hope is Falls of Hills Creek at 63 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Mount Hope?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Mount Hope have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Mount Hope?

The closest waterfall to Mount Hope is Kanawha Falls, approximately 14 miles away.

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