Waterfall Hikes Near Black Mountain, NC

8,430 residents
New York Time Zone
67 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Black Mountain? There are 67 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Black 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 35.6144°N, -82.3274°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Black Mountain

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

66 of 67 gauged

7 of 66 waterfalls near Black Mountain are flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Moderate Big Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Rock Creek Falls Roaring Big Falls Moderate Bird Rock Falls Barely Flowing Catheys Creek Falls Barely Flowing Connestee Falls Barely Flowing Dismal Falls Barely Flowing Toxaway Falls Barely Flowing Blue Sea Falls Moderate Crabtree Falls Moderate Crystal Falls Moderate Falls of Gouges Creek Moderate Grassy Creek Falls Moderate Mitchell Falls Moderate Murphy Falls Moderate Roaring Spout Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Bradley Falls Moderate Camp Minnehaha Falls Moderate Hickorynut Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Toms Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Glencannon Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Laughing Falls Barely Flowing Looking Glass Falls Barely Flowing Maidenhair Falls Barely Flowing Slick Rock Falls Barely Flowing Buckeye Falls Strong Spivey Falls Strong Coon Den Falls Moderate Jones Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Courthouse Falls Barely Flowing Dill Falls Barely Flowing Lower Vernal Falls Barely Flowing Second Falls Barely Flowing Yellowstone Falls Barely Flowing Woodfin Falls Barely Flowing Upper Vernal Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Douglas Falk Moderate Walker Falls Moderate Flat Creek Falls Moderate High Falls Low Hooker Falls Low Pearsons Falls Low Shoal Creek Falls Low Turley Falls Low Triple Falls Low Linville Falls Moderate Lower Falls Barely Flowing Reedy River Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Mingo Falls Strong Mouse Creek Falls Moderate Pelham Falls Moderate Ramsey Cascades Strong Raven Cliff Falls Moderate Reems Creek Falls Moderate Slicking Falls Low Soco Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 87°F

Tue 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms Best
Wed 91°F Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 92°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 93°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 92°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Black Mountain

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Big Falls Roaring · 30 cfs 90th percentile
  2. 2 Rock Creek Falls Roaring · 30 cfs 90th percentile
  3. 3 Rainbow Falls Roaring · 30 cfs 90th percentile
  4. 4 Spivey Falls Strong · 85 cfs 84th percentile
  5. 5 Buckeye Falls Strong · 85 cfs 84th percentile
  6. 6 Mingo Falls Strong · 351 cfs 79th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Black Mountain (13 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 Black Mountain (51 waterfalls)

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

Toms Falls waterfall

Toms Falls

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

Walker Falls

31.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bead and Lace Falls

14.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 67 Waterfalls Near Black Mountain

Mingo Falls waterfall

Mingo Falls

29.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
0.4 miles 160 ft

Lower Vernal Falls

12.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Upper Vernal Falls

12 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twisting Falls waterfall

Twisting Falls

6.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft
Ramsey Cascades waterfall

Ramsey Cascades

48.6 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.0 miles 2,200 ft
Dismal Falls waterfall CC

Dismal Falls

24.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Toxaway Falls waterfall

Toxaway Falls

20.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Black Mountain

Are there free waterfalls near Black Mountain?

There are 47 free waterfalls near Black Mountain, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Black Mountain?

There are 13 easy waterfall hikes near Black Mountain, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Black Mountain?

There are 51 dog-friendly waterfalls near Black Mountain, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Black Mountain?

There are 47 kid-friendly waterfalls near Black Mountain, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Black Mountain?

There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near Black Mountain, including Courthouse Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Black Mountain?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Black Mountain?

The tallest waterfall near Black Mountain is Buckeye Falls at 475 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Black Mountain?

Yes, 64 waterfalls near Black Mountain have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Black Mountain?

The closest waterfall to Black Mountain is Toms Falls, approximately 7.2 miles away.

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