Waterfall Hikes Near Bent Creek, NC

1,536 residents
New York Time Zone
93 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Bent Creek? There are 93 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Bent Creek. 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 35.5081°N, -82.6176°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Bent Creek

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

93 of 93 gauged

8 of 93 waterfalls near Bent Creek are flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Moderate Betsy Falls Moderate Fairfield Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Maidenhair Falls Moderate Onion Cliff Falls Moderate Onion Falls Moderate Slatten Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Thurston Hatcher Falls Moderate Big Bend Falls Barely Flowing Kings Creek Falls Barely Flowing Spoonauger Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Rock Creek Falls Moderate Bird Rock Falls Barely Flowing Catheys Creek Falls Barely Flowing Connestee Falls Barely Flowing Dismal Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Schoolhouse Falls Barely Flowing Windy Falls Barely Flowing Whitewater Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Toxaway 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 Bradley Falls Barely Flowing Camp Minnehaha Falls Barely Flowing Hickorynut Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Toms Falls Barely Flowing The Cascades Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Strong Glencannon Falls Strong High Falls Strong Laughing Falls Strong Looking Glass Falls Strong Maidenhair Falls Strong Slick Rock Falls Strong Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Cullasaja Falls Moderate Dry Falls Moderate Glen Falls Moderate Highlands Falls Moderate Satulah Falls Moderate Buckeye Falls Moderate Spivey Falls Moderate Clearwater Falls Low Lower Falls Low Reedy Cove Falls Low Courthouse Falls Moderate Dill Falls Moderate Lower Vernal Falls Moderate Second Falls Moderate Yellowstone Falls Moderate Woodfin Falls Moderate Upper Vernal Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Douglas Falk Barely Flowing Walker Falls Barely Flowing Flat Creek Falls Barely Flowing Grotto Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Ramsey Cascades Moderate Wilson Falls Moderate High Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Moderate Hooker Falls Moderate Pearsons Falls Moderate Shoal Creek Falls Moderate Turley Falls Moderate Triple Falls Moderate Little Creek Falls Moderate Mingo Falls Moderate Lower Falls Low Reedy River Falls Low Upper Falls Low Pelham Falls Barely Flowing Raven Cliff Falls Strong Reems Creek Falls Barely Flowing Slicking Falls Low Soco Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 92°F

Tod 90°F Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 90°F Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 90°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 92°F Sunny Best
Tue 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 89°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 90°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Bent Creek

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Glencannon Falls Strong · 84 cfs 86th percentile
  2. 2 Slick Rock Falls Strong · 84 cfs 86th percentile
  3. 3 Maidenhair Falls Strong · 84 cfs 86th percentile
  4. 4 Bridal Veil Falls Strong · 84 cfs 86th percentile
  5. 5 Looking Glass Falls Strong · 84 cfs 86th percentile
  6. 6 Laughing Falls Strong · 84 cfs 86th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Bent Creek (19 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.

13.7 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Bent Creek (63 waterfalls)

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

16.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
16.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 93 Waterfalls Near Bent Creek

27.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
37.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
48.1 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
42.9 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
10.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
11.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
20.9 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
49.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft
6.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
30.8 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.5 miles 300 ft
8.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
6.2 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
13.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 400 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Bent Creek

Are there free waterfalls near Bent Creek?

There are 59 free waterfalls near Bent Creek, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Bent Creek?

There are 19 easy waterfall hikes near Bent Creek, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Bent Creek?

There are 63 dog-friendly waterfalls near Bent Creek, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Bent Creek?

There are 63 kid-friendly waterfalls near Bent Creek, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Bent Creek?

There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near Bent Creek, including Courthouse Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Bent Creek?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Bent Creek?

The tallest waterfall near Bent Creek is Buckeye Falls at 475 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Bent Creek?

Yes, 90 waterfalls near Bent Creek have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Bent Creek?

The closest waterfall to Bent Creek is Reems Creek Falls, approximately 9.4 miles away.

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