Waterfall Hikes Near Boone, NC

19,368 residents
New_York Time Zone
29 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Boone? There are 29 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Boone. 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 36.2111°N, -81.6669°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Boone

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

27 of 29 gauged

3 of 27 waterfalls near Boone are flowing strongly today

Abrams Falls Barely Flowing 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 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 Buckeye Falls Barely Flowing Spivey Falls Barely Flowing Carter Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Coon Den Falls Roaring Jones Falls Roaring Laurel Falls Roaring Linville Falls Barely Flowing Moravian Falls Moderate Silvervale Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 9 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 72°F

Fri 72°F Sunny Best
Sat 78°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 82°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 82°F Sunny
Tue 82°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 81°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 77°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Boone (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

47.4 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Boone (21 waterfalls)

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

Long Hope Falls waterfall

Long Hope Falls

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

Laurel Creek Falls

28.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

33.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 29 Waterfalls Near Boone

Dutch Creek Falls waterfall

Dutch Creek Falls

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

Long Hope Falls

20.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 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
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

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

Silvervale Falls

33.7 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
Jones Falls waterfall

Jones Falls

25.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Twisting Falls waterfall

Twisting Falls

24.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft
Betseys Rock Falls waterfall

Betseys Rock Falls

47.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Gentry Creek Falls waterfall CC

Gentry Creek Falls

34.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft

Coon Den Falls

17.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.6 miles 500 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

15.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft
Linville Falls waterfall

Linville Falls

12.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 ft
Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

48.9 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek

34.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

26.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

27.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

40.3 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Boone

Are there free waterfalls near Boone?

There are 22 free waterfalls near Boone, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Boone?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Boone?

There are 21 dog-friendly waterfalls near Boone, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Boone?

There are 21 kid-friendly waterfalls near Boone, including Abrams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Boone?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Boone?

The shortest waterfall hike near Boone is Abrams Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Boone?

The tallest waterfall near Boone is Buckeye Falls at 475 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Boone?

Yes, 29 waterfalls near Boone have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Boone?

The closest waterfall to Boone is Dutch Creek Falls, approximately 6.2 miles away.

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