Waterfall Hikes Near Mount Hope, WV

1,032 residents
New York Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mount Hope? There are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mount Hope. 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 37.8976°N, -81.1737°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mount Hope

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 10 gauged

10 waterfalls near Mount Hope 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 Dismal Barely Flowing Falls of Hills Creek Barely Flowing Kanawha Falls Barely Flowing Wylie Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Mostly Sunny · 78°F

Aft 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 83°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 78°F Chance Rain Showers
Lab 78°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 81°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 83°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Mount Hope

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 Dismal Barely Flowing · 37 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Falls of Hills Creek Barely Flowing · 114 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Mount Hope (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 Mount Hope (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

Bull Falls

14.6 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 10 Waterfalls Near Mount Hope

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

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

Wylie Falls

6.2 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Dismal waterfall

Falls of Dismal

28.1 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Hills Creek waterfall

Falls of Hills Creek

45.9 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
1.3 miles 200 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

48.9 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mount Hope

Are there free waterfalls near Mount Hope?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Mount Hope, including Brooks Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Mount Hope?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Mount Hope?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Mount Hope, including Brooks Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mount Hope?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Mount Hope, including Brooks Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Mount Hope?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mount Hope?

The shortest waterfall hike near Mount Hope is Brooks Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Mount Hope?

The tallest waterfall near Mount Hope is Falls of Hills Creek at 63 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Mount Hope?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Mount Hope have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Mount Hope?

The closest waterfall to Mount Hope is Kanawha Falls, approximately 14 miles away.

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