Waterfall Hikes Near Kingwood, WV

2,997 residents
New York Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Kingwood? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Kingwood. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 39.4719°N, -79.6822°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Kingwood

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

13 of 15 waterfalls near Kingwood are flowing strongly today

Blackwater Falls Roaring Cole Run Falls Roaring Laurel Falls Roaring Creek Falls Roaring Cucumber Falls Roaring Jonathan Run Falls Roaring Ohiopyle Falls Roaring Sugar Run Falls Roaring Falls of Seneca Barely Flowing Gap Falls Roaring Lower Swallow Falls Roaring Muddy Creek Falls Roaring Upper Swallow Falls Roaring Tolliver Falls Roaring

Updated 26 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 78°F

Aft 84°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 79°F Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 77°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 78°F Sunny Best
Tue 81°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 83°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Thu 80°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Kingwood

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Creek Falls Roaring · 3900 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Cucumber Falls Roaring · 3320 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Jonathan Run Falls Roaring · 3320 cfs 99th percentile
  4. 4 Ohiopyle Falls Roaring · 3320 cfs 99th percentile
  5. 5 Sugar Run Falls Roaring · 3320 cfs 99th percentile
  6. 6 Blackwater Falls Roaring · 152 cfs 98th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Kingwood (3 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.

Blackwater Falls waterfall

Blackwater Falls

18.3 miles away
West Virginia
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Kingwood (12 waterfalls)

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

Tolliver Falls waterfall

Tolliver Falls

26.1 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Swallow Falls waterfall

Upper Swallow Falls

29.9 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Muddy Creek Falls waterfall

Muddy Creek Falls

29.7 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Swallow Falls waterfall

Lower Swallow Falls

29.6 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Kingwood

Tolliver Falls waterfall

Tolliver Falls

26.1 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Swallow Falls waterfall

Upper Swallow Falls

29.9 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Muddy Creek Falls waterfall

Muddy Creek Falls

29.7 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Swallow Falls waterfall

Lower Swallow Falls

29.6 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gap Falls waterfall

Gap Falls

25.7 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Blackwater Falls waterfall

Blackwater Falls

18.3 miles away
West Virginia
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Cucumber Falls waterfall

Cucumber Falls

37.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ohiopyle Falls waterfall

Ohiopyle Falls

38 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Jonathan Run Falls waterfall

Jonathan Run Falls

36.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft
Sugar Run Falls waterfall

Sugar Run Falls

36.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Creek Falls waterfall

Creek Falls

28.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

West Virginia
Moderate
6.8 miles 800 ft
Falls of Seneca waterfall

Falls of Seneca

33 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

17.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cole Run Falls waterfall

Cole Run Falls

41.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Kingwood

Are there free waterfalls near Kingwood?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Kingwood, including Blackwater Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Kingwood?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Kingwood, including Blackwater Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Kingwood?

There are 12 dog-friendly waterfalls near Kingwood, including Blackwater Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Kingwood?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near Kingwood, including Blackwater Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Kingwood?

The shortest waterfall hike near Kingwood is Blackwater Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Kingwood?

The tallest waterfall near Kingwood is Blackwater Falls at 57 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Kingwood?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Kingwood have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Kingwood?

The closest waterfall to Kingwood is Tolliver Falls, approximately 12.3 miles away.

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