Waterfall Hikes Near Shady Spring, WV

3,581 residents
New York Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Shady Spring? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Shady Spring. 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 37.7032°N, -81.0914°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Shady Spring

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 12 gauged

6 of 12 waterfalls near Shady Spring are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 87°F

Aft 74°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 83°F Partly Sunny
Tue 87°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 89°F Sunny
Thu 91°F Sunny
Fri 91°F Sunny
Ind 89°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Shady Spring

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Big Falls Roaring · 42 cfs 92nd percentile
  2. 2 Cascades Roaring · 42 cfs 92nd percentile
  3. 3 Upper Falls Roaring · 42 cfs 92nd percentile
  4. 4 Bull Falls Roaring · 226 cfs 91st percentile
  5. 5 Harvey Falls Roaring · 226 cfs 91st percentile
  6. 6 Falls of Dismal Strong · 55 cfs 75th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Shady Spring (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 Shady Spring (7 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

All 12 Waterfalls Near Shady Spring

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

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
Kanawha Falls waterfall

Kanawha Falls

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

Falls of Dismal

17.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Beaverdam Falls

43.5 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

44 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cascades waterfall

Cascades

44.2 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
4.0 miles 700 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

7.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Shady Spring

Are there free waterfalls near Shady Spring?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Shady Spring, including Brooks Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Shady Spring?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Shady Spring?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Shady Spring, including Brooks Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Shady Spring?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Shady Spring, including Beaverdam Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Shady Spring?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Shady Spring?

The shortest waterfall hike near Shady Spring is Beaverdam Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Shady Spring?

The tallest waterfall near Shady Spring is Cascades at 66 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Shady Spring require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Shady Spring requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Shady Spring?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Shady Spring have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Shady Spring?

The closest waterfall to Shady Spring is Brooks Falls, approximately 9.2 miles away.

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