Waterfall Hikes Near South Charleston, WV

13,527 residents
New York Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near South Charleston? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of South Charleston. 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 38.3426°N, -81.7155°W

Map of Waterfalls Near South Charleston

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

3 waterfalls near South Charleston have live flow data today

Lower Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 88°F

Fri 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 89°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 92°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 87°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 86°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Wed 88°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 88°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near South Charleston

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Lower Falls Moderate · 1720 cfs 72nd percentile
  2. 2 Upper Falls Moderate · 1720 cfs 72nd percentile
  3. 3 Kanawha Falls Moderate · 18300 cfs 70th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near South Charleston (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

West Virginia
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around South Charleston (3 waterfalls)

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

Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

West Virginia
Moderate
5.6 miles 500 ft

All 3 Waterfalls Near South Charleston

Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

West Virginia
Moderate
5.6 miles 500 ft
Kanawha Falls waterfall

Kanawha Falls

West Virginia
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near South Charleston

Are there free waterfalls near South Charleston?

There are 3 free waterfalls near South Charleston, including Kanawha Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near South Charleston?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in South Charleston?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near South Charleston, including Kanawha Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near South Charleston?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near South Charleston, including Kanawha Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near South Charleston?

The shortest waterfall hike near South Charleston is Kanawha Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around South Charleston?

Yes, 1 waterfall near South Charleston has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to South Charleston?

The closest waterfall to South Charleston is Upper Falls, approximately 5.3 miles away.

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