Sometimes you want to get outside and hit the trails, but you may not always have the time to commit to a long hike. Luckily, West Virginia has plenty of short and sweet hikes that are perfect for those quick nature fixes. This easy hike in West Virginia is less than a mile and the waterfall views at the end are simply mesmerizing. For the best views, try to time your hike after a heavy rainfall so you can see the waterfall in full force. Let’s check it out.

Blackwater Falls State Park is located in the Allegheny Mountains of Tucker County in West Virginia.
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The crown jewel of this beautiful state park is the Blackwater Falls.
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Named for the amber waters that are created by the tannic acid of fallen hemlock and red spruce needles, this towering waterfall is truly a sight to be seen.
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The Blackwater Falls Boardwalk Trail is a quick and easy trail that’ll get you to the falls in just a few minutes.
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The boardwalk trail will take you down 200 steps to get a closer look at the falls.
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Along the way you’ll encounter several platforms, so you can stop for a moment and take in the view from all angles.
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When you get to the bottom of the trail, you’ll have a front-row seat to one of the most mesmerizing waterfalls in West Virginia.
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It’s quite the sight to see this massive 62-foot waterfall cascade into Blackwater Canyon. It’s no wonder this natural attraction is one of the most photographed spots in the entire state!

Address: 1584 Blackwater Lodge Road, David, WV, 26260

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