Waterfall Hero Hikes: Mill Creek Falls (Hawks Nest)

Mill Creek Falls is a 20-foot waterfall on Mill Creek in Fayette County, West Virginia. The waterfall is located near Hawks Nest State Park.

Hike Length: 1.8 miles
Estimated Time: 1 hour
Difficulty: Easy
Location: Hawks Nest State Park
Trail Users: Hiking and biking
Dogs: Yes
Features: Waterfalls (1+)
Crowds: Moderate
Warnings: The rocks around waterfalls are very slippery. The path to the base is extremely steep.
Trailhead GPS: 38.13461,-81.10099
Waterfall GPS: 38.12506,-81.10764

Directions:

From Fayetteville, head north on US-19 for about 3 miles and turn left on Amos Heights Road. Go a total of 4.7 miles, the road turning to Old Mill Creek Road, then turn left to stay on Old Mill Creek Road. Go another 0.4 miles to parking for Ansted Rail Trail.

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Hike Description:

Hike down the gravel road to a bridge over Rich Creek and pick up Ansted Rail Trail across the bridge. Go about 3/4 mile down the trail to Mill Creek Falls.

There is a nice view of the falls from the trail. A very steep scramble path leads down to the base. There are enough roots to hold on to to make it down safely.