Waterfall Hikes Near Asheville, NC

294,013 residents
New_York Time Zone
83 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Asheville? There are 83 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Asheville. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 35.5707°N, -82.5537°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Asheville

Find waterfalls to hike near Asheville

🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Asheville (16 waterfalls)

Easy access waterfalls are drive-up or short-walk friendly. Perfect for families, casual visitors, or anyone who loves waterfalls but is "so-so" about hiking.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Asheville (56 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Reems Creek Falls waterfall

Reems Creek Falls

9.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Toms Falls waterfall

Toms Falls

14.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bead and Lace Falls waterfall

Bead and Lace Falls

34 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All Hiking Trails Near Asheville With Waterfalls

Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

34.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft
Soco Falls waterfall

Soco Falls

6 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Bird Rock Falls waterfall

Bird Rock Falls

17.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dill Falls waterfall

Dill Falls

16.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Slicking Falls waterfall

Slicking Falls

31.1 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Murphy Falls waterfall

Murphy Falls

36.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 300 ft
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

37.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Mingo Falls waterfall

Mingo Falls

29 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
0.4 miles 160 ft
Mouse Creek Falls waterfall

Mouse Creek Falls

32.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.2 miles 600 ft
Lower Vernal Falls waterfall

Lower Vernal Falls

26.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Vernal Falls waterfall

Upper Vernal Falls

27 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

39.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

41.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dismal Falls waterfall

Dismal Falls

31 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Creek Falls waterfall

Little Creek Falls

32 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Toxaway Falls waterfall

Toxaway Falls

32 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft
Ramsey Cascades waterfall

Ramsey Cascades

38.7 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.0 miles 2,200 ft
Reedy Cove Falls waterfall

Reedy Cove Falls

32.7 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Whitewater Falls waterfall

Whitewater Falls

32.7 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 200 ft
Schoolhouse Falls waterfall

Schoolhouse Falls

33.3 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
2.5 miles 200 ft

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