Waterfall Hikes Near Hillsboro, WV

187 residents
New York Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hillsboro? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Hillsboro. 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 38.1384°N, -80.2107°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hillsboro

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

13 of 14 gauged

13 waterfalls near Hillsboro have live flow data today

Beaverdam Falls Barely Flowing Blue Suck Falls Barely Flowing Falling Spring Falls Barely Flowing Brooks Falls Barely Flowing Richman Falls Barely Flowing Sandstone Falls Barely Flowing Falls of Hills Creek Barely Flowing Gibbs Falls Barely Flowing Kanawha Falls Barely Flowing Meadow Creek Falls Barely Flowing Tenskwatawa Falls Barely Flowing Tecumseh Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 44 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 79°F

Aft 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 76°F Rain Showers Likely
Lab 75°F Partly Sunny
Tue 79°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 82°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 82°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Hillsboro

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Meadow Creek Falls Low · 12 cfs 15th percentile
  2. 2 Kanawha Falls Barely Flowing · 2090 cfs 2nd percentile
  3. 3 Beaverdam Falls Barely Flowing · 26 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Blue Suck Falls Barely Flowing · 237 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Brooks Falls Barely Flowing · 1600 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Falling Spring Falls Barely Flowing · 237 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hillsboro (2 waterfalls)

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.

Falling Spring Falls waterfall

Falling Spring Falls

5.8 miles away
Virginia
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Hillsboro (10 waterfalls)

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

Falls of Hills Creek waterfall

Falls of Hills Creek

45.9 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
1.3 miles 200 ft

Whitaker Falls

12.9 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Blue Suck Falls waterfall

Blue Suck Falls

38.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Hillsboro

Falls of Hills Creek waterfall

Falls of Hills Creek

45.9 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
1.3 miles 200 ft

Whitaker Falls

12.9 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Beaverdam Falls

40.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falling Spring Falls waterfall

Falling Spring Falls

5.8 miles away
Virginia
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Blue Suck Falls waterfall

Blue Suck Falls

38.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tenskwatawa Falls

31.5 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tecumseh Falls

44.9 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Meadow Creek Falls waterfall

Meadow Creek Falls

36.4 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
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
Gibbs Falls waterfall

Gibbs Falls

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

Brooks Falls

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

High Falls

West Virginia
Moderate
6.8 miles 800 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hillsboro

Are there free waterfalls near Hillsboro?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hillsboro?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Hillsboro, including Falling Spring Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hillsboro?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Hillsboro, including Blue Suck Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hillsboro?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Hillsboro, including Beaverdam Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hillsboro?

The shortest waterfall hike near Hillsboro is Beaverdam Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Hillsboro?

The tallest waterfall near Hillsboro is Falling Spring Falls at 80 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Hillsboro require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Hillsboro requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hillsboro?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Hillsboro have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hillsboro?

The closest waterfall to Hillsboro is Falls of Hills Creek, approximately 7 miles away.

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Healing Springs

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Falling Spring

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