Waterfall Hikes Near Asheville, NC

294,013 residents
New York Time Zone
84 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Eighty-four falls inside fifty miles makes Asheville one of the better waterfall bases in the East. The Big Ivy country north of town holds Walker Falls, reachable by forest road with 1.7 miles of walking available for anyone who wants it. Reems Creek Falls near Weaverville covers an easy mile. The Cascades runs a 0.8-mile loop for short days, and Bead and Lace Falls stretches two miles with 300 feet of gain. Dogs are welcome on nearly everything listed.

Located at 35.5707°N, -82.5537°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Asheville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

84 of 84 gauged

1 of 84 waterfalls near Asheville is flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Low Betsy Falls Low Fairfield Falls Low High Falls Low Maidenhair Falls Low Onion Cliff Falls Low Onion Falls Low Slatten Falls Low Twin Falls Low Thurston Hatcher Falls Low Big Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Rock Creek Falls Barely Flowing Bird Rock Falls Low Catheys Creek Falls Low Connestee Falls Low Dismal Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Schoolhouse Falls Low Windy Falls Low Whitewater Falls Low Upper Falls Low Toxaway Falls Low Blue Sea Falls Moderate Crabtree Falls Moderate Crystal Falls Moderate Falls of Gouges Creek Moderate Grassy Creek Falls Moderate Mitchell Falls Moderate Murphy Falls Moderate Roaring Spout Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Bradley Falls Moderate Camp Minnehaha Falls Moderate Hickorynut Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Toms Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Low Glencannon Falls Low High Falls Low Laughing Falls Low Looking Glass Falls Low Maidenhair Falls Low Slick Rock Falls Low Buckeye Falls Moderate Spivey Falls Moderate Clearwater Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Reedy Cove Falls Barely Flowing Courthouse Falls Barely Flowing Dill Falls Barely Flowing Lower Vernal Falls Barely Flowing Second Falls Barely Flowing Yellowstone Falls Barely Flowing Woodfin Falls Barely Flowing Upper Vernal Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Douglas Falk Barely Flowing Walker Falls Barely Flowing Flat Creek Falls Low Grotto Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Ramsey Cascades Moderate Wilson Falls Moderate High Falls Low Hooker Falls Low Pearsons Falls Low Shoal Creek Falls Low Turley Falls Low Triple Falls Low Linville Falls Moderate Little Creek Falls Moderate Mingo Falls Moderate Lower Falls Low Reedy River Falls Low Upper Falls Low Mouse Creek Falls Moderate Pelham Falls Barely Flowing Raven Cliff Falls Low Reems Creek Falls Low Slicking Falls Roaring Soco Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 81°F

Tod 75°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Mon 77°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Tue 81°F Sunny Best
Wed 83°F Sunny
Thu 84°F Sunny
Fri 84°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 79°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Flowing best right now near Asheville

Updated about 1 hour ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Reedy River Falls Moderate · 16 cfs 40th percentile
  2. 2 Upper Falls Moderate · 16 cfs 40th percentile
  3. 3 Lower Falls Moderate · 16 cfs 40th percentile
  4. 4 Mitchell Falls Moderate · 55 cfs 38th percentile
  5. 5 Blue Sea Falls Moderate · 55 cfs 38th percentile
  6. 6 Falls of Gouges Creek Moderate · 55 cfs 38th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Asheville (33 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.

7.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.0 miles Unknown
14.7 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown

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

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

15.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 84 Waterfalls Near Asheville

45.7 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
45.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around Pelham Falls in South Carolina, about 33 feet of drop LiDAR
49.1 miles away
South Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles Unknown
49.2 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Asheville

Are there free waterfalls near Asheville?

There are 52 free waterfalls near Asheville, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Asheville?

There are 33 easy waterfall hikes near Asheville, including Bird Rock Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Asheville?

There are 56 dog-friendly waterfalls near Asheville, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Asheville?

There are 55 kid-friendly waterfalls near Asheville, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Asheville?

There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near Asheville, including Courthouse Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Asheville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Asheville is Bead and Lace Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Asheville?

The tallest waterfall near Asheville is Buckeye Falls at 475 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Asheville?

Yes, 81 waterfalls near Asheville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Asheville?

The closest waterfall to Asheville is Reems Creek Falls, approximately 7.9 miles away.

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