Waterfall Hikes Near Rachel, WV

232 residents
New York Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Rachel? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Rachel. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 39.5207°N, -80.2997°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Rachel

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 7 gauged

4 of 7 waterfalls near Rachel are flowing strongly today

Gap Falls Moderate Lower Swallow Falls Roaring Muddy Creek Falls Roaring Upper Swallow Falls Roaring Tolliver Falls Roaring Tenskwatawa Falls Barely Flowing Tecumseh Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 80°F

Aft 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 79°F Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 78°F Sunny
Lab 80°F Sunny Best
Tue 81°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 84°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 82°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Rachel

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Lower Swallow Falls Roaring · 387 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Muddy Creek Falls Roaring · 387 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Upper Swallow Falls Roaring · 387 cfs 99th percentile
  4. 4 Tolliver Falls Roaring · 387 cfs 99th percentile
  5. 5 Gap Falls Moderate · 178 cfs 71st percentile
  6. 6 Tenskwatawa Falls Barely Flowing · 93 cfs 0th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Rachel (5 waterfalls)

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

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
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

Tecumseh Falls

44.9 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft

All 7 Waterfalls Near Rachel

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
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
Gap Falls waterfall

Gap Falls

25.7 miles away
Maryland
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tecumseh Falls

44.9 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft

Tenskwatawa Falls

31.5 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Rachel

Are there free waterfalls near Rachel?

There is 1 free waterfall near Rachel, including Tecumseh Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Rachel?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Rachel, including Lower Swallow Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Rachel?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Rachel, including Lower Swallow Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Rachel?

The shortest waterfall hike near Rachel is Gap Falls at 1.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Rachel?

The tallest waterfall near Rachel is Muddy Creek Falls at 53 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Rachel?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Rachel have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Rachel?

The closest waterfall to Rachel is Muddy Creek Falls, approximately 38.3 miles away.

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