The Elakala Falls are a series of four waterfalls of Shays Run[1] as it descends into the Blackwater Canyon in West Virginia.

The second waterfall is only 15 feet (4.6 m) tall and is the smallest in the series, yet remains popular by the well-worn path from the first falls.

Traveling beyond the second waterfall should be considered for experienced hikers only due to the danger of descending the canyon without trails.

The fourth and final waterfall of the series is considered quite dangerous to access, with no trails, and should not be attempted by inexperienced hikers.

[2] Another account of the legend involves a Massawomee warrior named Elakala who was girl-shy and fell to his death from the falls while being pursued by two women of his tribe.