Waterfall Hikes Near Bethlehem, NC

3,688 residents
New_York Time Zone
22 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Bethlehem? There are 22 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Bethlehem. 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 35.8162°N, -81.2962°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Bethlehem

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

21 of 22 gauged

21 waterfalls near Bethlehem have live flow data today

Betseys Rock Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Long Hope Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Barely Flowing Dutch Creek Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Creek Falls Barely Flowing Watauga Falls Barely Flowing Carter Falls Low Little Falls Low 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 Jones Falls Moderate Linville Falls Barely Flowing Moravian Falls Moderate Silvervale Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 71°F

Thu 71°F Sunny Best
Fri 79°F Sunny
Sat 86°F Sunny
Sun 91°F Sunny
Mon 92°F Sunny
Tue 91°F Sunny
Wed 91°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Bethlehem (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

48.9 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

47.4 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Bethlehem (16 waterfalls)

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

Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

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

Betseys Rock Falls

47.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Linville Falls waterfall

Linville Falls

12.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 ft
Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

27.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 22 Waterfalls Near Bethlehem

Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

48.9 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

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

Betseys Rock Falls

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

Cascade Falls

47.4 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Linville Falls waterfall

Linville Falls

12.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 ft
Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

27.9 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
Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

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

Crabtree Falls

30.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Murphy Falls

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

Little Falls

40.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek

34.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Dutch Creek Falls waterfall

Dutch Creek Falls

34.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Roaring Spout Falls

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

Carter Falls

42.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Long Hope Falls waterfall

Long Hope Falls

20.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Mitchell Falls waterfall

Mitchell Falls

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

Laurel Creek Falls

28.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Watauga Falls

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

Big Falls

26.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Bethlehem

Are there free waterfalls near Bethlehem?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Bethlehem, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Bethlehem?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Bethlehem?

There are 16 dog-friendly waterfalls near Bethlehem, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Bethlehem?

There are 16 kid-friendly waterfalls near Bethlehem, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Bethlehem?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Bethlehem?

The shortest waterfall hike near Bethlehem is Betseys Rock Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Bethlehem?

The tallest waterfall near Bethlehem is Linville Falls at 90 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Bethlehem?

Yes, 22 waterfalls near Bethlehem have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Bethlehem?

The closest waterfall to Bethlehem is Moravian Falls, approximately 17.7 miles away.

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