Waterfall Hikes Near Beech Mountain, NC

798 residents
New York Time Zone
34 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Beech Mountain? There are 34 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Beech Mountain. 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 36.2104°N, -81.8875°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Beech Mountain

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

32 of 34 gauged

6 of 32 waterfalls near Beech Mountain are flowing strongly today

Abrams Falls Roaring Betseys Rock Falls Low Cascade Falls Low Long Hope Falls Low Big Falls Roaring Tank Hollow Falls Roaring 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 Strong Spivey Falls Strong Douglas Falk Low Walker Falls Low Linville Falls Barely Flowing Monkey Falls Strong Moravian Falls Low Silvervale Falls Low

Updated 24 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely · 76°F

Thu 76°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 77°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 76°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely Best
Sun 77°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 78°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 76°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 76°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Beech Mountain

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Abrams Falls Roaring · 28 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Big Falls Roaring · 1410 cfs 90th percentile
  3. 3 Tank Hollow Falls Roaring · 1410 cfs 90th percentile
  4. 4 Spivey Falls Strong · 119 cfs 81st percentile
  5. 5 Monkey Falls Strong · 500 cfs 81st percentile
  6. 6 Buckeye Falls Strong · 119 cfs 81st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Beech Mountain (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 Beech Mountain (23 waterfalls)

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

Laurel Creek Falls waterfall

Laurel Creek Falls

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

Big Falls

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

Jones Falls

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

Twisting Falls

17.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft

All 34 Waterfalls Near Beech Mountain

Watauga Falls

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

Laurel Creek Falls

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

Big Falls

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

Jones Falls

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

Twisting Falls

17.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft
Dutch Creek Falls waterfall

Dutch Creek Falls

38 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Coon Den Falls

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

Laurel Falls

24.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft
Linville Falls waterfall

Linville Falls

33.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 ft
Long Hope Falls waterfall

Long Hope Falls

32.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek

37.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

38.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

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

Crystal Falls

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

Betseys Rock Falls

26.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Gentry Creek Falls waterfall CC

Gentry Creek Falls

17.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

31 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

40.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Murphy Falls

40.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 300 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

30.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Beech Mountain

Are there free waterfalls near Beech Mountain?

There are 24 free waterfalls near Beech Mountain, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Beech Mountain?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Beech Mountain, including Carter Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Beech Mountain?

There are 23 dog-friendly waterfalls near Beech Mountain, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Beech Mountain?

There are 23 kid-friendly waterfalls near Beech Mountain, including Abrams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Beech Mountain?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Beech Mountain, including Laurel Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Beech Mountain?

The shortest waterfall hike near Beech Mountain is Abrams Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Beech Mountain?

The tallest waterfall near Beech Mountain is Buckeye Falls at 475 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Beech Mountain?

Yes, 34 waterfalls near Beech Mountain have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Beech Mountain?

The closest waterfall to Beech Mountain is Watauga Falls, approximately 3.5 miles away.

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