Waterfall Hikes Near St. Albans, WV

10,753 residents
New York Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near St. Albans? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of St. Albans. 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 38.3769°N, -81.8198°W

Map of Waterfalls Near St. Albans

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

3 waterfalls near St. Albans have live flow data today

Kanawha Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 100°F

Tue 95°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Wed 100°F Sunny Best
Thu 100°F Sunny
Fri 98°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 96°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 91°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Flowing best right now near St. Albans

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Lower Falls Moderate · 2160 cfs 48th percentile
  2. 2 Upper Falls Moderate · 2160 cfs 48th percentile
  3. 3 Kanawha Falls Moderate · 7200 cfs 44th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near St. Albans (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 St. Albans (3 waterfalls)

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

Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

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

Upper Falls

36.4 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 3 Waterfalls Near St. Albans

Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

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

Upper Falls

36.4 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near St. Albans

Are there free waterfalls near St. Albans?

There are 3 free waterfalls near St. Albans, including Kanawha Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near St. Albans?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in St. Albans?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near St. Albans, including Kanawha Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near St. Albans?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near St. Albans, including Kanawha Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near St. Albans?

The shortest waterfall hike near St. Albans is Kanawha Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around St. Albans?

Yes, 1 waterfall near St. Albans has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to St. Albans?

The closest waterfall to St. Albans is Lower Falls, approximately 1.8 miles away.

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