The High Falls of Cheat

Actually the falls are correctly known as “The High Falls of the Shavers Fork of the Cheat”. The falls are located on a remote section of Shaver Fork between Cheat Bridge and Bemis. The falls are really not high. The Shaver’s Fork River takes an 18-foot plunge over the rocks at this location. The waterfalls extend 159 feet across the river. It is, however, a most picturesque spot.

The Cheat Mountain Salamander has opened this area to many would have never been able to see this unique attraction. Before the train service, the only way into this area was hiking and most folks traveled along the river from Bemis. These photos were taken in the fall when the water level was extremely low.