Waterfall Hikes Near Glen Ferris, WV

120 residents
New York Time Zone
9 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Glen Ferris? There are 9 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Glen Ferris. 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 38.1519°N, -81.2185°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Glen Ferris

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 9 gauged

9 waterfalls near Glen Ferris have live flow data today

Brooks Falls Barely Flowing Richman Falls Barely Flowing Sandstone Falls Barely Flowing Bull Falls Barely Flowing Harvey Falls Barely Flowing Falls of Hills Creek Barely Flowing Kanawha Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Aft 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 83°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 80°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 80°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 83°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 86°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 85°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Glen Ferris

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Kanawha Falls Barely Flowing · 2090 cfs 2nd percentile
  2. 2 Bull Falls Barely Flowing · 74 cfs 1st percentile
  3. 3 Harvey Falls Barely Flowing · 74 cfs 1st percentile
  4. 4 Brooks Falls Barely Flowing · 1600 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Falls of Hills Creek Barely Flowing · 110 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Lower Falls Barely Flowing · 278 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Glen Ferris (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

20.9 miles away
West Virginia
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Glen Ferris (7 waterfalls)

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

Sandstone Falls waterfall

Sandstone Falls

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

Brooks Falls

22.5 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

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

Lower Falls

2.3 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
5.6 miles 500 ft

All 9 Waterfalls Near Glen Ferris

Kanawha Falls waterfall

Kanawha Falls

20.9 miles away
West Virginia
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Richman Falls waterfall

Richman Falls

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

Sandstone Falls

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

Brooks Falls

22.5 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

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

Lower Falls

2.3 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
5.6 miles 500 ft
Falls of Hills Creek waterfall

Falls of Hills Creek

45.9 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
1.3 miles 200 ft

Bull Falls

14.6 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Harvey Falls

10.3 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Glen Ferris

Are there free waterfalls near Glen Ferris?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Glen Ferris, including Brooks Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Glen Ferris?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Glen Ferris?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Glen Ferris, including Brooks Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Glen Ferris?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Glen Ferris, including Brooks Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Glen Ferris?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Glen Ferris?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Glen Ferris?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Glen Ferris have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Glen Ferris?

The closest waterfall to Glen Ferris is Kanawha Falls, approximately 0.3 miles away.

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