Waterfall Hikes Near Cary, NC

174,880 residents
New York Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cary? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cary. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 35.7819°N, -78.8195°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cary

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

2 waterfalls near Cary have live flow data today

Hyco Falls (historical) Barely Flowing Lanier Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 99°F

Aft 97°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 94°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 95°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 99°F Sunny Best
Tue 95°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 94°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 98°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Cary

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Lanier Falls Barely Flowing · 1 cfs 9th percentile
  2. 2 Hyco Falls (historical) Barely Flowing · 750 cfs 0th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cary (1 waterfall)

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

Lanier Falls waterfall

Lanier Falls

18.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 ft

All 2 Waterfalls Near Cary

Lanier Falls waterfall

Lanier Falls

18.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 ft

Hyco Falls (historical)

44.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cary

Are there free waterfalls near Cary?

There is 1 free waterfall near Cary, including Lanier Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cary?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Cary, including Lanier Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cary?

There is 1 kid-friendly waterfall near Cary, including Lanier Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cary?

The shortest waterfall hike near Cary is Hyco Falls (historical) at 2.4 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cary?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Cary have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cary?

The closest waterfall to Cary is Lanier Falls, approximately 19.4 miles away.

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