Waterfall Hikes Near Cashiers, NC
within 50 miles
Panthertown Valley does the heavy lifting for Cashiers. Schoolhouse Falls is the one to swim under, a 20-foot curtain with a pool below, reached by 2.5 miles of walking and 200 feet of gain. Rainbow Falls on the Horsepasture throws mist over its 150-foot drop and asks 3.9 miles with 700 feet of climbing. Twin Falls makes a four-mile day with 500 feet of gain. A hundred falls land inside fifty miles of the crossroads, and nearly every trail listed takes dogs.
Map of Waterfalls Near Cashiers
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Water Flow
41 of 100 waterfalls near Cashiers are flowing strongly today
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Best Day to Hike
Sunday
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Updated about 2 hours agoRanked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.
- 1 Second Falls Roaring · 451 cfs 99th percentile
- 2 Courthouse Falls Roaring · 451 cfs 99th percentile
- 3 Upper Vernal Falls Roaring · 451 cfs 99th percentile
- 4 Dill Falls Roaring · 451 cfs 99th percentile
- 5 Woodfin Falls Roaring · 451 cfs 99th percentile
- 6 Lower Vernal Falls Roaring · 451 cfs 99th percentile
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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cashiers (21 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.
🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cashiers (67 waterfalls)
Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.
All 100 Waterfalls Near Cashiers
Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cashiers
Are there free waterfalls near Cashiers?
There are 59 free waterfalls near Cashiers, including Bead and Lace Falls.
Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cashiers?
There are 21 easy waterfall hikes near Cashiers, including Anna Ruby Falls.
Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cashiers?
There are 67 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cashiers, including Anna Ruby Falls.
Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cashiers?
There are 70 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cashiers, including Anna Ruby Falls.
Can you swim in any waterfalls near Cashiers?
There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near Cashiers, including Courthouse Falls.
What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cashiers?
The shortest waterfall hike near Cashiers is Anna Ruby Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.
How tall are the waterfalls near Cashiers?
The tallest waterfall near Cashiers is Raven Cliff Falls at 420 feet.
Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cashiers?
Yes, 97 waterfalls near Cashiers have nearby campgrounds.
What is the closest waterfall to Cashiers?
The closest waterfall to Cashiers is Fairfield Falls, approximately 3.7 miles away.
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