Waterfall Hikes Near Biltmore Forest, NC

1,700 residents
New York Time Zone
84 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Biltmore Forest? There are 84 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Biltmore Forest. 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 35.5348°N, -82.5403°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Biltmore Forest

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

84 of 84 gauged

8 of 84 waterfalls near Biltmore Forest are flowing strongly today

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 Buckeye Falls Moderate Spivey Falls Moderate 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 Rainbow Falls Moderate Ramsey Cascades Moderate Wilson Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Hooker Falls Moderate Pearsons Falls Moderate Shoal Creek Falls Moderate Turley Falls Moderate Triple Falls Moderate Highlands Falls Moderate Linville Falls Moderate Little Creek Falls Moderate Mingo Falls Moderate Pelham Falls Barely Flowing Raven Cliff Falls Strong Reems Creek Falls Low Slicking Falls Low Soco Falls Moderate

Updated 28 minutes 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 Biltmore Forest

Updated about 4 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 High Falls Strong · 84 cfs 86th percentile
  5. 5 Looking Glass Falls Strong · 84 cfs 86th percentile
  6. 6 Bridal Veil Falls Strong · 84 cfs 86th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Biltmore Forest (16 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 Biltmore Forest (57 waterfalls)

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

Reems Creek Falls waterfall

Reems Creek Falls

16.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Toms Falls waterfall

Toms Falls

16.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bead and Lace Falls

7.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

13.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 84 Waterfalls Near Biltmore Forest

Reems Creek Falls waterfall

Reems Creek Falls

16.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Turley Falls

6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Toms Falls waterfall

Toms Falls

16.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bead and Lace Falls

7.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Camp Minnehaha Falls waterfall

Camp Minnehaha Falls

14.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

13.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Douglas Falk

20 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

16.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

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

High Falls

13.7 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Shoal Creek Falls waterfall

Shoal Creek Falls

13.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rock Creek Falls waterfall

Rock Creek Falls

37.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Laughing Falls waterfall

Laughing Falls

15.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Walker Falls waterfall

Walker Falls

21.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Triple Falls waterfall

Triple Falls

16.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.9 miles 300 ft
Hooker Falls waterfall

Hooker Falls

16.3 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.9 miles 50 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

34.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

3.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.4 miles 300 ft
Blue Sea Falls waterfall

Blue Sea Falls

24.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Looking Glass Falls waterfall

Looking Glass Falls

17.8 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Biltmore Forest

Are there free waterfalls near Biltmore Forest?

There are 52 free waterfalls near Biltmore Forest, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Biltmore Forest?

There are 16 easy waterfall hikes near Biltmore Forest, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Biltmore Forest?

There are 57 dog-friendly waterfalls near Biltmore Forest, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Biltmore Forest?

There are 55 kid-friendly waterfalls near Biltmore Forest, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Biltmore Forest?

There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near Biltmore Forest, including Courthouse Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Biltmore Forest?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Biltmore Forest?

The tallest waterfall near Biltmore Forest is Buckeye Falls at 475 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Biltmore Forest?

Yes, 81 waterfalls near Biltmore Forest have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Biltmore Forest?

The closest waterfall to Biltmore Forest is Reems Creek Falls, approximately 10.2 miles away.

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