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

Slatten Falls waterfall

Slatten Falls

33.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Gouges Creek waterfall

Falls of Gouges Creek

36.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Wilson Falls waterfall

Wilson Falls

40.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

35.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
Windy Falls waterfall

Windy Falls

35.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Onion Cliff Falls waterfall

Onion Cliff Falls

35.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Maidenhair Falls waterfall

Maidenhair Falls

35.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Betsy Falls waterfall

Betsy Falls

36 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

36 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

7.2 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
4.6 miles 800 ft
Reedy River Falls waterfall

Reedy River Falls

7.2 miles away
South Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 50 ft
Fairfield Falls waterfall

Fairfield Falls

36.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

7.1 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 200 ft
Grotto Falls waterfall

Grotto Falls

Tennessee
Moderate
2.6 miles 585 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

43.4 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
5.4 miles 800 ft
Onion Falls waterfall

Onion Falls

37.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

37.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Thurston Hatcher Falls waterfall

Thurston Hatcher Falls

37.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Linville Falls waterfall

Linville Falls

5.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 ft
Clearwater Falls waterfall

Clearwater Falls

39.9 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

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