Waterfall Hikes Near Switzer, WV

211 residents
New York Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Switzer? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Switzer. 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 37.7879°N, -81.9865°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Switzer

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 7 gauged

7 waterfalls near Switzer have live flow data today

Big Falls Moderate Tank Hollow Falls Moderate Brooks Falls Barely Flowing Richman Falls Barely Flowing Sandstone Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 84°F

Aft 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 83°F Areas Of Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 87°F Sunny
Mon 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 81°F Partly Sunny
Wed 84°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 82°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Switzer

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Big Falls Moderate · 796 cfs 63rd percentile
  2. 2 Tank Hollow Falls Moderate · 796 cfs 63rd percentile
  3. 3 Lower Falls Moderate · 1010 cfs 56th percentile
  4. 4 Upper Falls Moderate · 1010 cfs 56th percentile
  5. 5 Brooks Falls Barely Flowing · 4710 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Richman Falls Barely Flowing · 4710 cfs 0th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Switzer (5 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
Sandstone Falls waterfall

Sandstone Falls

40 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tank Hollow Falls waterfall

Tank Hollow Falls

41.4 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 7 Waterfalls Near Switzer

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
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

46.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Richman Falls waterfall

Richman Falls

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

Sandstone Falls

40 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tank Hollow Falls waterfall

Tank Hollow Falls

41.4 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Brooks Falls waterfall

Brooks Falls

42.5 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Switzer

Are there free waterfalls near Switzer?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Switzer, including Brooks Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Switzer?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Switzer, including Brooks Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Switzer?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Switzer, including Brooks Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Switzer?

The shortest waterfall hike near Switzer is Big Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Switzer?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Switzer have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Switzer?

The closest waterfall to Switzer is Upper Falls, approximately 33.2 miles away.

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