Waterfall Hikes Near Barnardsville, NC

420 residents
New_York Time Zone
66 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Barnardsville? There are 66 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Barnardsville. 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 35.7819°N, -82.4556°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Barnardsville

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Water Flow

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65 waterfalls near Barnardsville have live flow data today

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Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 65°F

Aft 75°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 65°F Sunny Best
Fri 77°F Sunny
Sat 84°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 87°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 87°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 86°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Barnardsville (11 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 Barnardsville (49 waterfalls)

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

Walker Falls waterfall

Walker Falls

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

Mitchell Falls

42.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Reems Creek Falls waterfall

Reems Creek Falls

39.4 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

All 66 Waterfalls Near Barnardsville

Walker Falls waterfall

Walker Falls

31.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Douglas Falk

31.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Blue Sea Falls waterfall

Blue Sea Falls

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

Mitchell Falls

42.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Reems Creek Falls waterfall

Reems Creek Falls

39.4 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

Roaring Spout Falls

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

Upper Falls

36.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft

Murphy Falls

30.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 300 ft
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

30.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

27.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Buckeye Falls

Tennessee
Hard
8.0 miles 2 ft
Toms Falls waterfall

Toms Falls

5.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

26.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bead and Lace Falls

2.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Camp Minnehaha Falls waterfall

Camp Minnehaha Falls

49.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

5.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

5.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft

Turley Falls

11.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

4.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Barnardsville

Are there free waterfalls near Barnardsville?

There are 45 free waterfalls near Barnardsville, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Barnardsville?

There are 11 easy waterfall hikes near Barnardsville, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Barnardsville?

There are 49 dog-friendly waterfalls near Barnardsville, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Barnardsville?

There are 45 kid-friendly waterfalls near Barnardsville, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Barnardsville?

There are 6 waterfalls that allow swimming near Barnardsville, including Courthouse Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Barnardsville?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Barnardsville?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Barnardsville?

Yes, 66 waterfalls near Barnardsville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Barnardsville?

The closest waterfall to Barnardsville is Walker Falls, approximately 5.6 miles away.

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