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
44.4 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
44.4 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Big Falls
2.5 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Jones Falls
38.9 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Twisting Falls
3.7 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft
All Hiking Trails Near Banner Elk With Waterfalls
Dutch Creek Falls
38.5 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Watauga Falls
31.6 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Laurel Creek Falls
44.4 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Big Falls
2.5 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Jones Falls
38.9 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Twisting Falls
3.7 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft
Linville Falls
35.8 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 250 ft
Coon Den Falls
38 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft
Laurel Falls
37.8 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Silvervale Falls
26.5 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.1 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Falls of Gouges Creek
48.4 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Long Hope Falls
41.7 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 800 ft
Cascade Falls
26.7 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.8 miles
Elevation Gain: 100 ft
Crystal Falls
29.9 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Grassy Creek Falls
24.3 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Betseys Rock Falls
14.3 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Crabtree Falls
26 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft
Murphy Falls
21.8 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Gentry Creek Falls
40.7 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft
Upper Falls
45.4 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft