Waterfall Hikes Near Balfour, NC

1,142 residents
New York Time Zone
89 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Balfour? There are 89 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Balfour. 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 35.3494°N, -82.4825°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Balfour

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

89 of 89 gauged

35 of 89 waterfalls near Balfour are flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Strong Betsy Falls Barely Flowing Fairfield Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Maidenhair Falls Barely Flowing Onion Cliff Falls Barely Flowing Onion Falls Barely Flowing Slatten Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing Thurston Hatcher Falls Barely Flowing Big Bend Falls Barely Flowing Kings Creek Falls Barely Flowing Spoonauger Falls Barely Flowing 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 Strong Crabtree Falls Strong Crystal Falls Strong Falls of Gouges Creek Strong Grassy Creek Falls Strong Mitchell Falls Strong Murphy Falls Strong Roaring Spout Falls Strong Upper Falls Strong Bradley Falls Moderate Camp Minnehaha Falls Moderate Hickorynut Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Toms Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Glencannon Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Laughing Falls Moderate Looking Glass Falls Moderate Maidenhair Falls Moderate Slick Rock Falls Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Strong Cullasaja Falls Strong Dry Falls Strong Glen Falls Strong Highlands Falls Strong Satulah Falls Strong Buckeye Falls Roaring Spivey Falls Roaring Clearwater Falls Strong Lower Falls Strong Reedy Cove Falls Strong Courthouse Falls Roaring Dill Falls Roaring Lower Vernal Falls Roaring Second Falls Roaring Yellowstone Falls Roaring Woodfin Falls Roaring Upper Vernal Falls Roaring Upper Falls Roaring Douglas Falk Roaring Walker Falls Roaring Flat Creek Falls Roaring Hidden Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Moderate High Falls Low Hooker Falls Low Pearsons Falls Low Shoal Creek Falls Low Turley Falls Low Triple Falls Low Lower Falls Barely Flowing Reedy River Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Mouse Creek Falls Strong Pelham Falls Strong Raven Cliff Falls Barely Flowing Reems Creek Falls Roaring Slicking Falls Barely Flowing Soco Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 88°F

Mon 87°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 88°F Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms Best
Wed 91°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 92°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 92°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 90°F Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Flowing best right now near Balfour

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Mingo Falls Roaring · 1560 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Little Creek Falls Roaring · 1560 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Flat Creek Falls Roaring · 76 cfs 95th percentile
  4. 4 Lower Vernal Falls Roaring · 40 cfs 94th percentile
  5. 5 Second Falls Roaring · 40 cfs 94th percentile
  6. 6 Yellowstone Falls Roaring · 40 cfs 94th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Balfour (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 Balfour (63 waterfalls)

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

8.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
14.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 89 Waterfalls Near Balfour

45.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
26.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft
33 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
26.1 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.5 miles 300 ft
25.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.2 miles 600 ft
34.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 400 ft
43.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
20.8 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Balfour

Are there free waterfalls near Balfour?

There are 56 free waterfalls near Balfour, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Balfour?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Balfour?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Balfour?

There are 61 kid-friendly waterfalls near Balfour, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Balfour?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Balfour?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Balfour?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Balfour?

Yes, 86 waterfalls near Balfour have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Balfour?

The closest waterfall to Balfour is Turley Falls, approximately 2.9 miles away.