Waterfall Hikes Near Banner Elk, NC

1,234 residents
New York Time Zone
31 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Banner Elk? There are 31 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Banner Elk. 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 36.1589°N, -81.8677°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Banner Elk

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

29 of 31 gauged

26 of 29 waterfalls near Banner Elk are flowing strongly today

Abrams Falls Strong Betseys Rock Falls Roaring Cascade Falls Roaring Long Hope Falls Roaring Big Falls Roaring Dutch Creek Falls Roaring Laurel Creek Falls Roaring Watauga Falls Roaring 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 Buckeye Falls Roaring Spivey Falls Roaring Carter Falls Low Little Falls Low Coon Den Falls Roaring Jones Falls Roaring Laurel Falls Roaring Douglas Falk Roaring Walker Falls Roaring Linville Falls Strong Moravian Falls Moderate Silvervale Falls Strong

Updated 32 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Patchy Fog then Sunny · 78°F

Mon 78°F Patchy Fog then Sunny Best
Tue 80°F Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 82°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 85°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 84°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 83°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 81°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Banner Elk

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Betseys Rock Falls Roaring · 162 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 Long Hope Falls Roaring · 162 cfs 98th percentile
  3. 3 Cascade Falls Roaring · 162 cfs 98th percentile
  4. 4 Walker Falls Roaring · 5 cfs 96th percentile
  5. 5 Douglas Falk Roaring · 5 cfs 96th percentile
  6. 6 Spivey Falls Roaring · 187 cfs 92nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Banner Elk (3 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Banner Elk (22 waterfalls)

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

Laurel Creek Falls waterfall

Laurel Creek Falls

42.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

46.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Jones Falls waterfall

Jones Falls

45.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Twisting Falls waterfall

Twisting Falls

6.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft

All 31 Waterfalls Near Banner Elk

Dutch Creek Falls waterfall

Dutch Creek Falls

43.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Watauga Falls

30.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Creek Falls waterfall

Laurel Creek Falls

42.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

46.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Jones Falls waterfall

Jones Falls

45.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Twisting Falls waterfall

Twisting Falls

6.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft
Linville Falls waterfall

Linville Falls

30.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 ft

Coon Den Falls

37.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.6 miles 500 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

36 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft
Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

37.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek

43.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Long Hope Falls waterfall

Long Hope Falls

39.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

25.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

34.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

12.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Betseys Rock Falls waterfall

Betseys Rock Falls

29.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

14.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Murphy Falls

42.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 300 ft
Gentry Creek Falls waterfall CC

Gentry Creek Falls

39.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

13.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Banner Elk

Are there free waterfalls near Banner Elk?

There are 23 free waterfalls near Banner Elk, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Banner Elk?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Banner Elk, including Carter Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Banner Elk?

There are 22 dog-friendly waterfalls near Banner Elk, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Banner Elk?

There are 22 kid-friendly waterfalls near Banner Elk, including Abrams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Banner Elk?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Banner Elk, including Laurel Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Banner Elk?

The shortest waterfall hike near Banner Elk is Abrams Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Banner Elk?

The tallest waterfall near Banner Elk is Buckeye Falls at 475 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Banner Elk?

Yes, 31 waterfalls near Banner Elk have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Banner Elk?

The closest waterfall to Banner Elk is Dutch Creek Falls, approximately 4.8 miles away.

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