A series of four cascades on the Tygart Valley River, accessible via multiple trails with the shortest 0.2-mile walk from the parking area.
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Based on this listing's approximate location — see the note on coordinates below.
Popular spring and summer destination (WV State Parks).
Valley Falls is a series of four cascades on the Tygart Valley River at Valley Falls State Park in Fairmont, Marion County. The Tygart Valley Trail provides the shortest approach—just 0.2 miles from the parking area—making it ideal for visitors seeking quick waterfall views. For more ambitious hikers, the Rhododendron Trail (1.9 miles) and Rocky Trail (1.8 miles) also access the falls with additional scenery.
Dogs are welcome on-leash as part of the park’s general pet policy, and there is no entrance fee. West Virginia State Parks notes that spring and summer are especially popular visiting seasons, though the falls flow year-round.
The combination of short-walk accessibility and longer hiking options makes this falls appealing to a wide range of visitors. The series of four cascades creates multiple viewing angles and photography opportunities along the Tygart Valley River.
Spring and summer are especially popular; flows consistently year-round.
No fee or permit requirement was published on the managing agency's site when we last checked — confirm current conditions before you go, since these change.
Via a 0.2-mile round-trip trail rated moderate by the managing agency.
Yes, per the managing agency's own page — but check current leash rules before you go.
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WV State Parks official trails page, checked Sept 2026: Tygart Valley (River) Trail (0.2 mi, listed 'Moderate') gives the closest view from the parking area; longer Rhododendron (1.9 mi) and Rocky (1.8 mi) trails also pass the falls. Park page confirms Marion County, address 720 Valley Falls Rd., Fairmont, WV 26554. No closure noted. Valley Falls is a series of four cascades on the Tygart Valley River.
Checked September 2026.