West Virginia Waterfalls
West Virginia has 4 named waterfalls on record across 4 counties. 1 waterfall is free to visit. 2 need a hike. 3 have a closure or hazard note on file.
- No closure on file
- Closed, or no soaking or swimming
No waterfalls match.
| Name | Height | Flows | Access | Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 57 ft | Development – | Access paved road | Fee – | Status No closure on file | |
| 60 ft | Development – | Access paved road | Fee – | Status Closure or warning on file | |
| – | Development – | Access 0.5 mi hike, paved road | Fee No entrance fee (New River Gorge National Park and Preserve). | Status Closure or warning on file | |
| – | Development – | Access 0.2 mi hike (round trip), paved road | Fee Free (no entrance fee) | Status Closure or warning on file |
Common questions
Where are the waterfalls in West Virginia?
4 named waterfalls are on record: Blackwater Falls, Cathedral Falls, Sandstone Falls, and Valley Falls.
Are there free waterfalls in West Virginia?
Yes. No fee on record for Valley Falls. Each page cites its source.
What is the tallest waterfall in West Virginia?
Of the waterfalls on record here with a stated height, Cathedral Falls is the tallest, at about 60 ft.
Are any waterfalls in West Virginia closed?
A closure or hazard note is on file for Cathedral Falls, Sandstone Falls, and Valley Falls. Each page has the dated detail.
