Waterfall Hikes Near Beech Mountain, NC

798 residents
New York Time Zone
33 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Beech Mountain? There are 33 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

31 of 33 gauged

23 of 31 waterfalls near Beech Mountain are flowing strongly today

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

Updated 37 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny · 78°F

Mon 78°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 80°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 83°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 86°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 83°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 83°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 81°F Slight 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 Betseys Rock Falls Roaring · 162 cfs 97th percentile
  2. 2 Cascade Falls Roaring · 162 cfs 97th percentile
  3. 3 Long Hope Falls Roaring · 162 cfs 97th percentile
  4. 4 Walker Falls Roaring · 4 cfs 91st percentile
  5. 5 Douglas Falk Roaring · 4 cfs 91st percentile
  6. 6 Spivey Falls Roaring · 144 cfs 90th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Beech Mountain (2 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 (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 33 Waterfalls Near Beech Mountain

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
Dutch Creek Falls waterfall

Dutch Creek Falls

43.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
Linville Falls waterfall

Linville Falls

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

Long Hope Falls

39.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek

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

Cascade Falls

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

Silvervale Falls

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

Crystal Falls

34.6 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
Gentry Creek Falls waterfall CC

Gentry Creek Falls

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

Grassy Creek Falls

12.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

13.7 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 23 free waterfalls near Beech Mountain, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Beech Mountain?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Beech Mountain, including Cascade Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Beech Mountain?

There are 22 dog-friendly waterfalls near Beech Mountain, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Beech Mountain?

There are 22 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, 33 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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