Waterfall Hikes Near Chimney Rock Village, NC

220 residents
New York Time Zone
73 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Chimney Rock Village? There are 73 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Chimney Rock Village. 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 35.4503°N, -82.2550°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Chimney Rock Village

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

72 of 73 gauged

6 of 72 waterfalls near Chimney Rock Village are flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Roaring Betsy Falls Moderate Fairfield Falls Moderate Maidenhair Falls Moderate Onion Cliff Falls Moderate Slatten Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Big Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Rock Creek Falls Strong Big Falls Moderate 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 Toxaway Falls Barely Flowing Blue Sea Falls Moderate Crabtree Falls Moderate Crystal Falls Moderate Falls of Gouges Creek Moderate Grassy Creek Falls Moderate Mitchell Falls Moderate Murphy Falls Moderate Roaring Spout Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Bradley Falls Moderate Camp Minnehaha Falls Moderate Hickorynut Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Toms Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate 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 Roaring Spivey Falls Roaring 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 Douglas Falk Moderate Walker Falls Moderate Flat Creek Falls Moderate High Falls Low Hooker Falls Low Pearsons Falls Low Shoal Creek Falls Low Turley Falls Low Triple Falls Low Jones Falls Moderate Linville Falls Moderate Lower Falls Barely Flowing Reedy River Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Pelham Falls Moderate Raven Cliff Falls Moderate Reedy Cove Falls Low Reems Creek Falls Moderate Slicking Falls Low Soco Falls Low

Updated 29 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 92°F

Tue 86°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 90°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Thu 92°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 92°F Sunny Best
Ind 92°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 88°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Flowing best right now near Chimney Rock Village

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Bead and Lace Falls Roaring · 1180 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Buckeye Falls Strong · 85 cfs 84th percentile
  3. 3 Spivey Falls Strong · 85 cfs 84th percentile
  4. 4 Rainbow Falls Strong · 28 cfs 82nd percentile
  5. 5 Rock Creek Falls Strong · 28 cfs 82nd percentile
  6. 6 Big Falls Strong · 28 cfs 82nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Chimney Rock Village (15 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.

Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

22.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Chimney Rock Village (53 waterfalls)

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

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

23.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

23.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bead and Lace Falls

14.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Toms Falls waterfall

Toms Falls

23.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 73 Waterfalls Near Chimney Rock Village

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

23.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

22.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

23.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Camp Minnehaha Falls waterfall

Camp Minnehaha Falls

23 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bead and Lace Falls

14.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Toms Falls waterfall

Toms Falls

23.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bradley Falls waterfall

Bradley Falls

49.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Pearsons Falls waterfall

Pearsons Falls

45.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 120 ft
Mitchell Falls waterfall

Mitchell Falls

44.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Turley Falls

15.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Blue Sea Falls waterfall

Blue Sea Falls

30.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Douglas Falk

34.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Walker Falls waterfall

Walker Falls

31.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

10.5 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Roaring Spout Falls

22.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

13.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft
Rock Creek Falls waterfall

Rock Creek Falls

8.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Murphy Falls

42.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 300 ft
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

14.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

17.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Chimney Rock Village

Are there free waterfalls near Chimney Rock Village?

There are 46 free waterfalls near Chimney Rock Village, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Chimney Rock Village?

There are 15 easy waterfall hikes near Chimney Rock Village, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Chimney Rock Village?

There are 53 dog-friendly waterfalls near Chimney Rock Village, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Chimney Rock Village?

There are 49 kid-friendly waterfalls near Chimney Rock Village, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Chimney Rock Village?

There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near Chimney Rock Village, including Courthouse Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Chimney Rock Village?

The shortest waterfall hike near Chimney Rock Village is Bead and Lace Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Chimney Rock Village?

The tallest waterfall near Chimney Rock Village is Buckeye Falls at 475 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Chimney Rock Village?

Yes, 70 waterfalls near Chimney Rock Village have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Chimney Rock Village?

The closest waterfall to Chimney Rock Village is Rainbow Falls, approximately 0.1 miles away.

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