Waterfall Hikes Near Cajah's Mountain, NC

2,715 residents
New_York Time Zone
29 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cajah's Mountain? There are 29 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cajah's 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 35.8508°N, -81.5361°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cajah's Mountain

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

27 of 29 gauged

27 waterfalls near Cajah's Mountain have live flow data today

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 Carter Falls Low Little Falls Low Coon Den Falls Moderate Jones Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Douglas Falk Barely Flowing Walker Falls Barely Flowing Linville Falls Barely Flowing Moravian Falls Moderate Silvervale Falls Barely Flowing Spivey Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 69°F

Thu 69°F Sunny Best
Fri 78°F Sunny
Sat 85°F Sunny
Sun 90°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 91°F Sunny
Tue 90°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 89°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cajah's Mountain (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 Cajah's Mountain (21 waterfalls)

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

Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

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

Linville Falls

12.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 ft
Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

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

Crabtree Falls

30.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

All 29 Waterfalls Near Cajah's Mountain

Twisting Falls waterfall

Twisting Falls

24.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft
Walker Falls waterfall

Walker Falls

31.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Douglas Falk

31.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
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
Spivey Falls waterfall

Spivey Falls

12.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cajah's Mountain

Are there free waterfalls near Cajah's Mountain?

There are 22 free waterfalls near Cajah's Mountain, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cajah's Mountain?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Cajah's Mountain, including Carter Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cajah's Mountain?

There are 21 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cajah's Mountain, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cajah's Mountain?

There are 21 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cajah's Mountain, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Cajah's Mountain?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Cajah's Mountain, including Laurel Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cajah's Mountain?

The shortest waterfall hike near Cajah's Mountain is Betseys Rock Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Cajah's Mountain?

The tallest waterfall near Cajah's Mountain is Linville Falls at 90 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cajah's Mountain?

Yes, 29 waterfalls near Cajah's Mountain have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cajah's Mountain?

The closest waterfall to Cajah's Mountain is Silvervale Falls, approximately 12.1 miles away.

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