Waterfall Hero Hikes: Campbell Falls (Camp Creek)

Campbell Falls is a really cool 15-foot waterfall on Camp Creek in Mercer County. The waterfall is located in Camp Creek State Park and Forest.

Hike Length: 0.4 miles
Estimated Time: 1 hour
Difficulty: Easy
Location: Camp Creek State Park and Forest.
Trail Users: Hiking and equestrian
Dogs: Yes
Features: Waterfalls (1)
Crowds: High
Warnings: The rocks are around the waterfall are very slippery.
Trailhead GPS: 37.51430,-81.12960
Waterfall GPS: 37.51754,-81.12931

Directions:

From Beckley, head south on I-77 for about 22 miles to exit 20 for US-19 and Camp Creek. Turn right onto US-19 and make an immediate right on Camp Creek Road. Drive 2.3 miles into the park and turn right towards Blue Jay Campground. In about a half-mile, there is a parking area on the right after passing through the campground and before the gate.

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Hike Description:

From the parking area, hike past the gate down Turkey Run Road. It's less than a quarter-mile to the waterfall which is on the right. The view from the road is good or you can scramble down to the base.