Waterfall Hikes Near Oceana, WV

1,232 residents
New York Time Zone
9 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Oceana? There are 9 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Oceana. 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 37.6927°N, -81.6324°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Oceana

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 9 gauged

9 waterfalls near Oceana have live flow data today

Brooks Falls Moderate Richman Falls Moderate Sandstone Falls Moderate Bull Falls Moderate Harvey Falls Moderate Kanawha Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Wylie Falls Low

Updated 17 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 91°F

Aft 91°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 96°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny
Thu 98°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 97°F Sunny
Ind 94°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 92°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 89°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Flowing best right now near Oceana

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Brooks Falls Moderate · 2650 cfs 46th percentile
  2. 2 Richman Falls Moderate · 2650 cfs 46th percentile
  3. 3 Sandstone Falls Moderate · 2650 cfs 46th percentile
  4. 4 Bull Falls Moderate · 166 cfs 37th percentile
  5. 5 Harvey Falls Moderate · 166 cfs 37th percentile
  6. 6 Kanawha Falls Moderate · 6630 cfs 31st percentile

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

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

Brooks Falls waterfall

Brooks Falls

47.7 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

Bull Falls

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

Upper Falls

36.4 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 9 Waterfalls Near Oceana

Brooks Falls waterfall

Brooks Falls

47.7 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
Richman Falls waterfall

Richman Falls

44.5 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bull Falls

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

Kanawha Falls

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

Upper Falls

36.4 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Harvey Falls

15 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

Wylie Falls

10.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Oceana

Are there free waterfalls near Oceana?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Oceana?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Oceana?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Oceana?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Oceana?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Oceana?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Oceana have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Oceana?

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

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