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Contrary to TLC ’ s popular song , we hope you ’ ll find the time to chase some of Almost Heaven ’ s 200 + awe-inspiring waterfalls this year . To help you get started on your waterfall-chasing adventure , here is an exclusive trail map that highlights 29 must-see waterfalls throughout the state . To keep track of each visit , head over to wvtourism . com and fill out the required information to download your free West Virginia Waterfall Trail Passport that allows you to check in at different locations and earn prizes .

So , what are you waiting for ? Grab a waterfall trail map and get out and explore everything the Mountain State has to offer .
Big Branch Falls
Hinton , WV
Big Branch Falls call the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve home with an 8-foot drop that spans out across bedrock to create the perfect heavenly backdrop .
Blackwater Falls
Davis , WV
One of Almost Heaven ’ s tallest waterfalls , Blackwater Falls , cascades a plunging 57 feet and is named for the distinct amber color of its waters , dyed by the tannic acid of fallen hemlock and red spruce needles .
Brush Creek Falls
Athens , WV
In Mercer County , Brush Creek Falls roars along a tributary of the Bluestone River — standing at over 30 feet tall .
Butcher Branch Falls
Glen Jean , WV
A hidden gem in the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve , Butcher Branch Falls tumbles down a tiered sandstone wall , creating a series of stunning cascades .
Campbell Falls
Camp Creek , WV
Known for its picturesque , 15-foot backdrop , Campbell Falls can be found within Camp Creek State Park in the mountains of Mercer County .
Cathedral Falls
Gauley Bridge , WV
Cathedral Falls is one of the tallest and most scenic waterfalls found in Almost Heaven . This natural wonder sits at 60 feet tall , with waters plunging over sandstone and shale cliffs .
Coonskin Grotto
Charleston , WV
Tucked away in Coonskin Park , just outside the Capital City , is a hidden waterfall known as The Grotto . These short cascades are best enjoyed after a good rainfall .
Drawdy Falls
Peytona , WV
Be sure to catch a glimpse of the stunning Drawdy Falls in Boone County . Sitting just off Route 3 , these falls are a perfect pair , reaching 6 feet in height .
Dunloup Falls
Thurmond , WV
Found near the abandoned mining town of Thurmond is Dunloup Falls , with cascades that stumble 20 feet across a sandstone ledge , capping the falls for a view worth seeking .
Elakala Falls
Davis , WV
Elakala Falls is a series of four waterfalls found within Blackwater Falls State Park . With waters stained from hemlock and red spruce needles , these falls boast a distinctive red hue .
Falls of Hills Creek
Hillsboro , WV
A crown jewel of the Monongahela National Forest , the Falls of Hills Creek consist of three cascading falls that are hidden off of the Highland Scenic Highway .
Falls of Pendleton
Davis , WV
The Falls of Pendleton stumble over a moss-covered cliff within the lush Blackwater Falls State Park , found where Pendleton Run tumbles into the roaring Blackwater River .
Finn ’ s Falls
Oak Hill , WV
With a picnic table and bench nearby , stop to take in the beauty and relaxing sounds of Finn ’ s Falls , located in the heart of the New River Gorge .
Glade Creek Falls
Beaver , WV
Found along Glade Creek Trail within the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve , Glade Creek Falls creates a spectacular view with its picturesque cascades rushing over sandstone ledges .
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