Waterfall Hikes Near Summersville, WV

3,415 residents
New York Time Zone
13 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Summersville? There are 13 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Summersville. 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 38.2864°N, -80.8409°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Summersville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 13 gauged

5 of 12 waterfalls near Summersville are flowing strongly today

Brooks Falls Strong Richman Falls Strong Sandstone Falls Strong Bull Falls Moderate Harvey Falls Moderate Falls of Hills Creek Low Kanawha Falls Strong Lower Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Wylie Falls Strong Tenskwatawa Falls Moderate Tecumseh Falls Moderate

Updated 19 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

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Flowing best right now near Summersville

Updated 19 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Wylie Falls Strong · 4030 cfs 87th percentile
  2. 2 Brooks Falls Strong · 5850 cfs 83rd percentile
  3. 3 Richman Falls Strong · 5850 cfs 83rd percentile
  4. 4 Sandstone Falls Strong · 5850 cfs 83rd percentile
  5. 5 Kanawha Falls Moderate · 9750 cfs 71st percentile
  6. 6 Tenskwatawa Falls Moderate · 167 cfs 58th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Summersville (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

29.2 miles away
West Virginia
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Summersville (9 waterfalls)

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

Falls of Hills Creek waterfall

Falls of Hills Creek

46.9 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
1.3 miles 200 ft
Sandstone Falls waterfall

Sandstone Falls

18.7 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Brooks Falls waterfall

Brooks Falls

21.2 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 13 Waterfalls Near Summersville

Kanawha Falls waterfall

Kanawha Falls

29.2 miles away
West Virginia
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Falls of Hills Creek waterfall

Falls of Hills Creek

46.9 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
1.3 miles 200 ft
Richman Falls waterfall

Richman Falls

18 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sandstone Falls waterfall

Sandstone Falls

18.7 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Brooks Falls waterfall

Brooks Falls

21.2 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Harvey Falls

33.4 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tenskwatawa Falls

19.2 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bull Falls

29 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Whitaker Falls

6.8 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tecumseh Falls

41.7 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft

Wylie Falls

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

Upper Falls

16.8 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

17.6 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
5.6 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Summersville

Are there free waterfalls near Summersville?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Summersville, including Brooks Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Summersville?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Summersville?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Summersville, including Brooks Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Summersville?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Summersville, including Brooks Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Summersville?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Summersville?

The tallest waterfall near Summersville is Falls of Hills Creek at 63 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Summersville?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Summersville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Summersville?

The closest waterfall to Summersville is Kanawha Falls, approximately 22.3 miles away.

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