Waterfall Hikes Near Ripley, WV

3,084 residents
New_York Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Ripley? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Ripley. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 38.8201°N, -81.7091°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Ripley

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

2 waterfalls near Ripley have live flow data today

Lower Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 70°F

Fri 70°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 81°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 88°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Mon 92°F Sunny
Tue 95°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 85°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 79°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Ripley (2 waterfalls)

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

Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

39.5 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
5.6 miles 500 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

19.8 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 2 Waterfalls Near Ripley

Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

39.5 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
5.6 miles 500 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

19.8 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Ripley

Are there free waterfalls near Ripley?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Ripley, including Lower Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Ripley?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Ripley, including Lower Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Ripley?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Ripley, including Lower Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Ripley?

The shortest waterfall hike near Ripley is Lower Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

What is the closest waterfall to Ripley?

The closest waterfall to Ripley is Lower Falls, approximately 28.1 miles away.

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