Jordan Run Falls

Jordan Run Falls is a waterfall in Grant County with a drop of about 25 to 30 feet where water cascades down through a narrow gorge in the Appalachian Mountains. The water has carved through the rock over time and continues to shape the landscape around it.

Jordan Run has been a known feature of this region for a long time and was important to early settlers in the area. The waterfall and surrounding gorge have remained part of the landscape since European settlement began in the region.

This natural formation serves as a gathering point for kayakers who navigate the Class 5 stream conditions and document their experiences on specialized water sports platforms.

To visit this location you need permission from the property owners beforehand, which you can arrange through McGuinness Self Service. The area is unmarked and requires some preparation before you attempt to reach it.

The location sits within Jordan Run Gorge, northwest of Smoke Hole Caverns, and can only be reached on foot along an unmarked stream bed from the nearest access point. This remote setting has made it popular with kayakers seeking difficult water conditions.

Location: West Virginia

GPS coordinates: 38.94400,-79.26600

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:05