Waterfall Hikes Near Avery Creek, NC

3,338 residents
New York Time Zone
92 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Avery Creek? There are 92 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Avery Creek. 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 35.4651°N, -82.5719°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Avery Creek

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

92 of 92 gauged

11 of 92 waterfalls near Avery Creek are flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Moderate Betsy Falls Moderate Fairfield Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Maidenhair Falls Moderate Onion Cliff Falls Moderate Onion Falls Moderate Slatten Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Thurston Hatcher Falls Moderate Big Bend Falls Barely Flowing Kings Creek Falls Barely Flowing Spoonauger Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Rock Creek Falls Roaring Bird Rock Falls Barely Flowing Catheys Creek Falls Barely Flowing Connestee Falls Barely Flowing Dismal Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Schoolhouse Falls Barely Flowing Windy Falls Barely Flowing Whitewater Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Toxaway Falls Barely Flowing 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 Barely Flowing Glencannon Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Laughing Falls Barely Flowing Looking Glass Falls Barely Flowing Maidenhair Falls Barely Flowing Slick Rock Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Cullasaja Falls Barely Flowing Dry Falls Barely Flowing Glen Falls Barely Flowing Highlands Falls Barely Flowing Satulah Falls Barely Flowing Buckeye Falls Strong Spivey Falls Strong Clearwater Falls Low Lower Falls Low Reedy Cove Falls Low 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 Moderate Walker Falls Moderate Flat Creek Falls Moderate Grotto Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Ramsey Cascades Strong Wilson Falls Strong High Falls Moderate High Falls Low Hooker Falls Low Pearsons Falls Low Shoal Creek Falls Low Turley Falls Low Triple Falls Low Little Creek Falls Strong Mingo Falls Strong Lower Falls Barely Flowing Reedy River Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Mouse Creek Falls Moderate Pelham Falls Moderate Raven Cliff Falls Moderate Reems Creek Falls Moderate Slicking Falls Low Soco Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 88°F

Tue 88°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms Best
Wed 91°F Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 93°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 93°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 92°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 90°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Avery Creek

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Rainbow Falls Roaring · 30 cfs 90th percentile
  2. 2 Rock Creek Falls Roaring · 30 cfs 90th percentile
  3. 3 Big Falls Roaring · 30 cfs 90th percentile
  4. 4 Buckeye Falls Strong · 85 cfs 84th percentile
  5. 5 Spivey Falls Strong · 85 cfs 84th percentile
  6. 6 Mingo Falls Strong · 351 cfs 79th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Avery Creek (18 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.

17.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Avery Creek (63 waterfalls)

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

14.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
23.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
9.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 92 Waterfalls Near Avery Creek

14.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft
14.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
16.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
13.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft
34.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
28.6 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 400 ft
32.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
49.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
26.4 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft
45.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 120 ft
10.5 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
14.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
40.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
31.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
22.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
12.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
25.3 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
30.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
35.5 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
12.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Avery Creek

Are there free waterfalls near Avery Creek?

There are 58 free waterfalls near Avery Creek, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Avery Creek?

There are 18 easy waterfall hikes near Avery Creek, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Avery Creek?

There are 63 dog-friendly waterfalls near Avery Creek, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Avery Creek?

There are 62 kid-friendly waterfalls near Avery Creek, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Avery Creek?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Avery Creek?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Avery Creek?

The tallest waterfall near Avery Creek is Buckeye Falls at 475 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Avery Creek?

Yes, 89 waterfalls near Avery Creek have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Avery Creek?

The closest waterfall to Avery Creek is Turley Falls, approximately 9.2 miles away.

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