Waterfall Hikes Near Blowing Rock, NC

900 residents
New York Time Zone
30 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Blowing Rock? There are 30 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Blowing Rock. 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 36.1298°N, -81.6706°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Blowing Rock

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

28 of 30 gauged

25 of 28 waterfalls near Blowing Rock are flowing strongly today

Betseys Rock Falls Roaring Cascade Falls Roaring Long Hope Falls Roaring Big Falls Strong Dutch Creek Falls Strong Laurel Creek Falls Strong Watauga Falls Strong Blue Sea Falls Strong Crabtree Falls Strong Crystal Falls Strong Falls of Gouges Creek Strong Grassy Creek Falls Strong Mitchell Falls Strong Murphy Falls Strong Roaring Spout Falls Strong Upper Falls Strong Buckeye Falls Roaring Spivey Falls Roaring Carter Falls Low Little Falls Low Coon Den Falls Roaring Jones Falls Roaring Laurel Falls Roaring Douglas Falk Roaring Walker Falls Roaring Linville Falls Strong Moravian Falls Moderate Silvervale Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 88°F

Mon 79°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 80°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 86°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 88°F Sunny Best
Fri 86°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 85°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 83°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Blowing Rock

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Betseys Rock Falls Roaring · 162 cfs 97th percentile
  2. 2 Long Hope Falls Roaring · 162 cfs 97th percentile
  3. 3 Cascade Falls Roaring · 162 cfs 97th percentile
  4. 4 Walker Falls Roaring · 4 cfs 91st percentile
  5. 5 Douglas Falk Roaring · 4 cfs 91st percentile
  6. 6 Spivey Falls Roaring · 144 cfs 90th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Blowing Rock (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.

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

25.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Blowing Rock (22 waterfalls)

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

Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

37.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Long Hope Falls waterfall

Long Hope Falls

39.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Laurel Creek Falls waterfall

Laurel Creek Falls

42.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 30 Waterfalls Near Blowing Rock

Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

13.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft

Roaring Spout Falls

22.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spivey Falls waterfall

Spivey Falls

38.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

31.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Buckeye Falls

44.8 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.0 miles 2 ft
Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

24.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Mitchell Falls waterfall

Mitchell Falls

44.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Blue Sea Falls waterfall

Blue Sea Falls

30.1 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

Douglas Falk

34.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Blowing Rock

Are there free waterfalls near Blowing Rock?

There are 23 free waterfalls near Blowing Rock, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Blowing Rock?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Blowing Rock?

There are 22 dog-friendly waterfalls near Blowing Rock, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Blowing Rock?

There are 21 kid-friendly waterfalls near Blowing Rock, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Blowing Rock?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Blowing Rock?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Blowing Rock?

The tallest waterfall near Blowing Rock is Buckeye Falls at 475 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Blowing Rock?

Yes, 30 waterfalls near Blowing Rock have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Blowing Rock?

The closest waterfall to Blowing Rock is Silvervale Falls, approximately 7.2 miles away.

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