Waterfall Hikes Near West Hamlin, WV

553 residents
New York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near West Hamlin? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of West Hamlin. 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 38.2802°N, -82.1940°W

Map of Waterfalls Near West Hamlin

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

5 waterfalls near West Hamlin have live flow data today

Caney Falls Moderate Lick Falls Moderate Kanawha Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 85°F

Aft 87°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 87°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 92°F Sunny
Mon 86°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 85°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 88°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near West Hamlin

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Caney Falls Moderate · 47 cfs 62nd percentile
  2. 2 Lick Falls Moderate · 47 cfs 62nd percentile
  3. 3 Kanawha Falls Moderate · 12400 cfs 56th percentile
  4. 4 Lower Falls Moderate · 1010 cfs 56th percentile
  5. 5 Upper Falls Moderate · 1010 cfs 56th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near West Hamlin (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 West Hamlin (4 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
Lick Falls waterfall

Lick Falls

47.7 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near West Hamlin

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
Caney Falls waterfall

Caney Falls

43.3 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lick Falls waterfall

Lick Falls

47.7 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Kanawha Falls waterfall

Kanawha Falls

West Virginia
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near West Hamlin

Are there free waterfalls near West Hamlin?

There are 4 free waterfalls near West Hamlin, including Kanawha Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near West Hamlin?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in West Hamlin?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near West Hamlin, including Kanawha Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near West Hamlin?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near West Hamlin, including Kanawha Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near West Hamlin?

The shortest waterfall hike near West Hamlin is Caney Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around West Hamlin?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near West Hamlin have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to West Hamlin?

The closest waterfall to West Hamlin is Upper Falls, approximately 18 miles away.

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