Outdoors NearbyCathedral Falls
Cathedral Falls is a waterfall in West Virginia, about 4 miles from Ansted. 2 more named falls lie within 20 miles.
| Location | Near Ansted, West Virginia Directions |
|---|---|
| Website | nps.gov |
Location and details from OpenStreetMap. Trails can close after storms or in winter; check with the park or forest office.
Best time to visit: Cathedral Falls
Flow depends on rain and snowmelt upstream. Around Ansted the most rainy days fall from March to May (about 9 per month). September is the driest month with about 6 rainy days, which is when seasonal falls are most likely to be low. From December to February average lows are 26 to 30 °F. Frozen falls can look great, but trails and viewing areas get icy.
| Month | High | Low | Rain days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 43 °F | 26 °F | 7 |
| Feb | 47 °F | 28 °F | 7 |
| Mar | 56 °F | 34 °F | 9 |
| Apr | 68 °F | 43 °F | 9 |
| May | 75 °F | 52 °F | 9 |
| Jun | 82 °F | 61 °F | 9 |
| Jul | 85 °F | 66 °F | 9 |
| Aug | 84 °F | 65 °F | 7 |
| Sep | 79 °F | 59 °F | 6 |
| Oct | 68 °F | 47 °F | 6 |
| Nov | 57 °F | 36 °F | 7 |
| Dec | 47 °F | 30 °F | 8 |
More to do nearby
- Fayetteville Town Park Skatepark (skatepark, 8 mi)
For the trail to the falls
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More waterfalls nearby
- Peters Creek Falls near Ansted · 9 mi Directions
- Laurel Creek Falls near Ansted · 9 mi Directions
Frequently asked questions
How do I get to Cathedral Falls?
In West Virginia, about 4 miles from Ansted, at 38.1545, -81.1791. Navigation apps may stop at the closest road, so have the coordinates handy.
What is the best season for Cathedral Falls?
Flow depends on rain and snowmelt upstream. Around Ansted the most rainy days fall from March to May (about 9 per month). September is the driest month with about 6 rainy days, which is when seasonal falls are most likely to be low.
What other waterfalls are near Cathedral Falls?
Peters Creek Falls (9 mi) and Laurel Creek Falls (9 mi).