Waterfall Hikes Near Bessemer City, NC

5,472 residents
New York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Bessemer City? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Bessemer City. 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 35.2840°N, -81.2828°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Bessemer City

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

5 waterfalls near Bessemer City have live flow data today

Bradley Falls Barely Flowing Hickorynut Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Moravian Falls Barely Flowing Pearsons Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 98°F

Tod 96°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sat 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 95°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 98°F Sunny Best
Tue 94°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 93°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 95°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Bessemer City

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Pearsons Falls Moderate · 621 cfs 66th percentile
  2. 2 Moravian Falls Barely Flowing · 412 cfs 6th percentile
  3. 3 Bradley Falls Barely Flowing · 54 cfs 3rd percentile
  4. 4 Hickorynut Falls Barely Flowing · 54 cfs 3rd percentile
  5. 5 Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing · 54 cfs 3rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Bessemer City (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.

Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

46.4 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Pearsons Falls waterfall

Pearsons Falls

31 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 120 ft
Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

15.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Bessemer City (4 waterfalls)

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

Bradley Falls waterfall

Bradley Falls

31.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

16.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Bessemer City

Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

46.4 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Bradley Falls waterfall

Bradley Falls

31.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Pearsons Falls waterfall

Pearsons Falls

31 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 120 ft
Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

15.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

16.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Bessemer City

Are there free waterfalls near Bessemer City?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Bessemer City, including Bradley Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Bessemer City?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Bessemer City, including Hickorynut Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Bessemer City?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Bessemer City, including Bradley Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Bessemer City?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Bessemer City, including Hickorynut Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Bessemer City?

The shortest waterfall hike near Bessemer City is Bradley Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Bessemer City?

The tallest waterfall near Bessemer City is Hickorynut Falls at 404 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Bessemer City?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Bessemer City have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Bessemer City?

The closest waterfall to Bessemer City is Moravian Falls, approximately 43.1 miles away.

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