Waterfall Hikes Near Welch, WV

3,475 residents
New York Time Zone
13 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Welch? There are 13 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Welch. 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 37.4455°N, -81.5721°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Welch

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 13 gauged

12 waterfalls near Welch have live flow data today

Big Falls Moderate Tank Hollow Falls Moderate Brooks Falls Barely Flowing Richman Falls Barely Flowing Sandstone Falls Barely Flowing Bull Falls Moderate Harvey Falls Moderate Cascades Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Falls of Dismal Barely Flowing Kanawha Falls Moderate Wylie Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 86°F

Aft 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 85°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 89°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 85°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 83°F Partly Sunny
Wed 86°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 85°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Welch

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 Kanawha Falls Moderate · 12400 cfs 56th percentile
  4. 4 Bull Falls Moderate · 550 cfs 52nd percentile
  5. 5 Harvey Falls Moderate · 550 cfs 52nd percentile
  6. 6 Cascades Barely Flowing · 156 cfs 5th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Welch (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 Welch (9 waterfalls)

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

Bull Falls

10.3 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Dismal waterfall

Falls of Dismal

41.3 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
Sandstone Falls waterfall

Sandstone Falls

40 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 13 Waterfalls Near Welch

Wylie Falls

7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bull Falls

10.3 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Harvey Falls

10.8 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Dismal waterfall

Falls of Dismal

41.3 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
Sandstone Falls waterfall

Sandstone Falls

40 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

21.1 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cascades waterfall

Cascades

21.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
4.0 miles 700 ft
Gentry Creek Falls waterfall CC

Gentry Creek Falls

17.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Tank Hollow Falls waterfall

Tank Hollow Falls

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

Kanawha Falls

West Virginia
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Welch

Are there free waterfalls near Welch?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Welch, including Brooks Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Welch?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Welch?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Welch?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Welch?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Welch?

The shortest waterfall hike near Welch is Big Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Welch?

The tallest waterfall near Welch is Cascades at 66 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Welch?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Welch have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Welch?

The closest waterfall to Welch is Wylie Falls, approximately 31.7 miles away.

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