Waterfall Hikes Near Canton, NC

4,410 residents
New York Time Zone
94 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Canton? There are 94 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Canton. 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 35.5516°N, -82.8407°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Canton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

94 of 94 gauged

10 of 94 waterfalls near Canton are flowing strongly today

Abrams Falls Strong Bead and Lace Falls Moderate Betsy Falls Moderate Fairfield Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Maidenhair Falls Moderate Onion Cliff Falls Moderate Onion Falls Moderate Slatten Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Thurston Hatcher Falls Moderate Big Bend Falls Low Kings Creek Falls Low Spoonauger Falls Low Big Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Rock Creek Falls Low Bird Rock Falls Barely Flowing Catheys Creek Falls Barely Flowing Connestee Falls Barely Flowing Dismal Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Schoolhouse Falls Barely Flowing Windy Falls Barely Flowing Whitewater Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Toxaway Falls Barely Flowing Blue Sea Falls Barely Flowing Crabtree Falls Barely Flowing Crystal Falls Barely Flowing Grassy Creek Falls Barely Flowing Mitchell Falls Barely Flowing Murphy Falls Barely Flowing Roaring Spout Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing 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 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 Clearwater Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Reedy Cove Falls Barely Flowing Courthouse Falls Low Dill Falls Low Lower Vernal Falls Low Second Falls Low Yellowstone Falls Low Woodfin Falls Low Upper Vernal Falls Low Upper Falls Low Douglas Falk Low Walker Falls Low Estatoah Falls Barely Flowing Flat Creek Falls Barely Flowing Grotto Falls Strong Laurel Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Ramsey Cascades Strong Wilson Falls Strong Hidden Falls Moderate Isaqueena Falls Moderate High Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Moderate Hooker Falls Moderate Pearsons Falls Moderate Shoal Creek Falls Moderate Turley Falls Moderate Triple Falls Moderate Little Creek Falls Strong Mingo Falls Strong Queens Falls Moderate Reems Creek Falls Moderate Slicking Falls Low Soco Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 89°F

Thu 85°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 87°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 89°F Sunny Best
Tue 87°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 86°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Canton

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Mouse Creek Falls Roaring · 1630 cfs 92nd percentile
  2. 2 Abrams Falls Strong · 564 cfs 86th percentile
  3. 3 Spivey Falls Strong · 147 cfs 85th percentile
  4. 4 Buckeye Falls Strong · 147 cfs 85th percentile
  5. 5 Little Creek Falls Moderate · 425 cfs 74th percentile
  6. 6 Mingo Falls Moderate · 425 cfs 74th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Canton (18 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.

3.4 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
13.7 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
4.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Canton (62 waterfalls)

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

3.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft
21.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft
5.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft

All 94 Waterfalls Near Canton

30.8 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.5 miles 300 ft
42.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
30.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft
13.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 400 ft
36.3 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft
40.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 300 ft
6.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
40.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
45.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
5.0 miles 675 ft
31 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
16.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
34 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
39.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
38.5 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Canton

Are there free waterfalls near Canton?

There are 59 free waterfalls near Canton, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Canton?

There are 18 easy waterfall hikes near Canton, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Canton?

There are 62 dog-friendly waterfalls near Canton, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Canton?

There are 64 kid-friendly waterfalls near Canton, including Abrams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Canton?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Canton?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Canton?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Canton?

Yes, 94 waterfalls near Canton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Canton?

The closest waterfall to Canton is Yellowstone Falls, approximately 11.1 miles away.

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