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

29 waterfalls near Banner Elk have live flow data today

Abrams Falls Barely Flowing Betseys Rock Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Long Hope Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Barely Flowing Dutch Creek Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Creek Falls Barely Flowing Watauga Falls Barely Flowing Blue Sea Falls Barely Flowing Crabtree Falls Barely Flowing Crystal Falls Barely Flowing Falls of Gouges Creek Barely Flowing Grassy Creek Falls Barely Flowing Mitchell Falls Barely Flowing Murphy Falls Barely Flowing Roaring Spout Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Buckeye Falls Barely Flowing Spivey Falls Barely Flowing Carter Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Coon Den Falls Barely Flowing Jones Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Douglas Falk Barely Flowing Walker Falls Barely Flowing Linville Falls Barely Flowing Moravian Falls Moderate Silvervale Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 66°F

Aft 57°F Sunny
Fri 66°F Sunny Best
Sat 73°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 76°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 76°F Sunny
Tue 76°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 74°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

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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

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

Big Falls

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

Jones Falls

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

Twisting Falls

24.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft

All 31 Waterfalls Near Banner Elk

Roaring Spout Falls

42.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spivey Falls waterfall

Spivey Falls

12.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

48.9 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Buckeye Falls

Tennessee
Hard
8.0 miles 2 ft
Mitchell Falls waterfall

Mitchell Falls

42.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Blue Sea Falls waterfall

Blue Sea Falls

33 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Walker Falls waterfall

Walker Falls

31.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Abrams Falls waterfall

Abrams Falls

23.4 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
5.0 miles 675 ft

Douglas Falk

31.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

40.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

42.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles 200 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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