Waterfalls in West Virginia
West Virginia has 8 documented waterfalls in this guide, led by Falls of Hills Creek (Lower Falls) at 63 ft. 1 is roadside or near-roadside. They are ranked by documented height below.
By Reese Calder, Field Guide Editor · Updated
8 of 8 West Virginia waterfalls with mapped coordinates — click a marker to open its guide.
| # | Waterfall | State | Height | Type | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Falls of Hills Creek (Lower Falls) | West Virginia | 63 ft | Tiered | Moderate hike |
| 2 | Falls of Hills Creek | West Virginia | 63 ft | Tiered | Moderate hike |
| 3 | Cathedral Falls | West Virginia | 60 ft | Cascade | Roadside |
| 4 | Blackwater Falls | West Virginia | 57 ft | Cascade | Short hike |
| 5 | Elakala Falls | West Virginia | 35 ft | Plunge | Short hike |
| 6 | Douglas Falls | West Virginia | 35 ft | Block | Short hike |
| 7 | Sandstone Falls | West Virginia | 25 ft | Block | Short hike |
| 8 | Brush Creek Falls | West Virginia | 25 ft | Block | Short hike |
See also the tallest waterfalls nationwide or browse by how hard they are to reach.