Waterfall Hikes Near Boiling Springs, NC

4,622 residents
New York Time Zone
36 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Boiling Springs? There are 36 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Boiling Springs. 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 35.2522°N, -81.6636°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Boiling Springs

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

36 of 36 gauged

8 of 36 waterfalls near Boiling Springs are flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Moderate Big Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Rock Creek Falls Moderate 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 Catheys Creek Falls Barely Flowing Connestee Falls Barely Flowing Crabtree Falls Barely Flowing Crystal Falls Barely Flowing Grassy Creek Falls Barely Flowing Murphy Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Gordons Mill Falls Moderate Hendricks Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Hooker Falls Moderate Pearsons Falls Moderate Shoal Creek Falls Moderate Turley Falls Moderate Triple Falls Moderate Linville Falls Low Pelham Falls Barely Flowing Raven Cliff Falls Strong Silvervale Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 93°F

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

Flowing best right now near Boiling Springs

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Looking Glass Falls Strong · 84 cfs 86th percentile
  2. 2 Maidenhair Falls Strong · 84 cfs 86th percentile
  3. 3 Bridal Veil Falls Strong · 84 cfs 86th percentile
  4. 4 Laughing Falls Strong · 84 cfs 86th percentile
  5. 5 Slick Rock Falls Strong · 84 cfs 86th percentile
  6. 6 High Falls Strong · 84 cfs 86th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Boiling Springs (8 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.

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 Boiling Springs (26 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
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

13.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 36 Waterfalls Near Boiling Springs

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

37.7 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Glencannon Falls

3.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Linville Falls waterfall

Linville Falls

33.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 ft
Laughing Falls waterfall

Laughing Falls

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

Maidenhair Falls

47.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

31 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

30.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft
Looking Glass Falls waterfall

Looking Glass Falls

17.8 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

39.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Raven Cliff Falls waterfall

Raven Cliff Falls

29.1 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 400 ft
Catheys Creek Falls waterfall

Catheys Creek Falls

3.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Connestee Falls waterfall

Connestee Falls

49.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

40.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Murphy Falls

40.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 300 ft
Slick Rock Falls waterfall

Slick Rock Falls

4.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

13.7 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Boiling Springs

Are there free waterfalls near Boiling Springs?

There are 23 free waterfalls near Boiling Springs, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Boiling Springs?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Boiling Springs, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Boiling Springs?

There are 26 dog-friendly waterfalls near Boiling Springs, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Boiling Springs?

There are 25 kid-friendly waterfalls near Boiling Springs, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Boiling Springs?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Boiling Springs, including Hooker Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Boiling Springs?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Boiling Springs?

The tallest waterfall near Boiling Springs is Raven Cliff Falls at 420 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Boiling Springs?

Yes, 36 waterfalls near Boiling Springs have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Boiling Springs?

The closest waterfall to Boiling Springs is Bradley Falls, approximately 27.4 miles away.

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