Waterfall Hikes Near Cherokee, NC

1,604 residents
New_York Time Zone
92 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cherokee? There are 92 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cherokee. 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 35.4860°N, -83.3011°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cherokee

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

92 of 92 gauged

10 of 92 waterfalls near Cherokee are flowing strongly today

Abrams Falls Barely Flowing Bald River Falls Barely Flowing Bead and Lace Falls Barely Flowing Bemis Camp Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Barely Flowing Leatherwood Falls Barely Flowing Middle Falls Barely Flowing Santeetlah Bluff Falls Barely Flowing Sassafras Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Stewart Falls Barely Flowing Berties Falls Barely Flowing Betsy Falls Roaring Fairfield Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Maidenhair Falls Roaring Onion Cliff Falls Roaring Onion Falls Roaring Slatten Falls Roaring Twin Falls Roaring Thurston Hatcher Falls Roaring Big Bend Falls Barely Flowing Kings Creek Falls Barely Flowing Spoonauger Falls Barely Flowing 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 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 Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Burningtown Falls Barely Flowing Cullasaja Falls Barely Flowing Dry Falls Barely Flowing Glen Falls Barely Flowing Highlands Falls Barely Flowing Satulah Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Clearwater Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Reedy Cove Falls Barely Flowing Courthouse Falls Barely Flowing Dill Falls Barely Flowing Lower Vernal Falls Barely Flowing Second Falls Barely Flowing Yellowstone Falls Barely Flowing Woodfin Falls Barely Flowing Upper Vernal Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Estatoah Falls Barely Flowing Wilson Falls Barely Flowing Timpson Falls Barely Flowing Flat Creek Falls Barely Flowing Grotto Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Ramsey Cascades Barely Flowing Wilson Falls Barely Flowing Hidden Falls Barely Flowing Isaqueena Falls Barely Flowing Sids Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Hooker Falls Barely Flowing Shoal Creek Falls Barely Flowing Turley Falls Barely Flowing Triple Falls Barely Flowing Kennedy Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Queens Falls Barely Flowing Little Creek Falls Barely Flowing Mingo Falls Barely Flowing Mouse Creek Falls Low Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Rock Creek Falls Barely Flowing Raven Cliff Falls Roaring Reems Creek Falls Barely Flowing Slicking Falls Barely Flowing Toms Falls Barely Flowing Stekoa Falls Barely Flowing Soco Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 87°F

Sun 87°F Mostly Sunny Best
Mon 87°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 88°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 85°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 82°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 80°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 80°F Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cherokee (19 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.

7.5 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cherokee (61 waterfalls)

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

37.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
0.4 miles 160 ft
10.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft

All 92 Waterfalls Near Cherokee

28.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
21.8 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
34.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 200 ft
34 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
24.5 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft
44.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
39.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
20.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
44.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
45 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 400 ft
32.4 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
32.4 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft
28.4 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.3 miles 500 ft
34 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
11.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
5.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
10.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
10.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.9 miles 50 ft
2.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
46.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cherokee

Are there free waterfalls near Cherokee?

There are 58 free waterfalls near Cherokee, including Bald River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cherokee?

There are 19 easy waterfall hikes near Cherokee, including Bald River Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cherokee?

There are 61 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cherokee, including Bald River Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cherokee?

There are 65 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cherokee, including Abrams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Cherokee?

There are 6 waterfalls that allow swimming near Cherokee, including Courthouse Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cherokee?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Cherokee?

The tallest waterfall near Cherokee is Raven Cliff Falls at 420 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cherokee?

Yes, 92 waterfalls near Cherokee have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cherokee?

The closest waterfall to Cherokee is Mingo Falls, approximately 3.4 miles away.