Waterfall Hikes Near Banner Elk, NC
within 50 miles
Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Banner Elk? Luckily, there are 38 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Banner Elk, making it a perfect hub for waterfall enthusiasts. These trails range from drive_up to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.
Map of Waterfalls Near Banner Elk
Find waterfalls to hike near Banner Elk
🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Banner Elk (10 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.
Laurel Creek Falls
35.5 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Banner Elk (27 waterfalls)
Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.
Laurel Creek Falls
35.5 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Big Falls
34.1 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Jones Falls
37.6 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Twisting Falls
35.9 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft
All Hiking Trails Near Banner Elk With Waterfalls
Dutch Creek Falls
20.6 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Watauga Falls
14.6 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Laurel Creek Falls
35.5 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Big Falls
34.1 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Jones Falls
37.6 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Twisting Falls
35.9 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft
Linville Falls
12.7 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 250 ft
Coon Den Falls
21.2 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft
Laurel Falls
22.8 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Silvervale Falls
17 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.1 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Falls of Gouges Creek
44 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Long Hope Falls
32.8 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 800 ft
Cascade Falls
15.1 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.8 miles
Elevation Gain: 100 ft
Crystal Falls
20.6 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Grassy Creek Falls
18 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Betseys Rock Falls
18.3 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Crabtree Falls
20.1 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft
Murphy Falls
20.6 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Gentry Creek Falls
44.7 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft
Upper Falls
53.9 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft