Waterfall Hikes Near Cliffside, NC

424 residents

New York Time Zone

51 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cliffside? There are 51 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cliffside. 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 35.2480°N, -81.7653°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cliffside

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

51 of 51 gauged

13 of 51 waterfalls near Cliffside are flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Moderate Big Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Rock Creek Falls Moderate Bird Rock Falls Strong Catheys Creek Falls Strong Connestee Falls Strong 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 Strong Camp Minnehaha Falls Strong Hickorynut Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Toms Falls Strong The Cascades Strong Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Glencannon Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Laughing Falls Moderate Looking Glass Falls Moderate Maidenhair Falls Moderate Slick Rock Falls Moderate Courthouse Falls Moderate Second Falls Moderate Yellowstone Falls Moderate Douglas Falk Barely Flowing Walker Falls Barely Flowing Dutch Creek Falls Moderate Gordons Mill Falls Moderate Hendricks Falls Strong High Falls Moderate Hooker Falls Moderate Pearsons Falls Moderate Shoal Creek Falls Moderate Turley Falls Moderate Triple Falls Moderate Linville Falls Strong Lower Falls Moderate Reedy River Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Pelham Falls Strong Raven Cliff Falls Moderate Slicking Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 90°F

Wed 84°F Areas Of Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Thu 86°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Fri 86°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sat 88°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sun 89°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Mon 90°F Mostly Sunny Best

Tue 91°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Cliffside

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cliffside (11 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.

Pearsons Falls

39.1 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

0.3 miles 120 ft

Hickorynut Falls

11.7 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

1.4 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cliffside (37 waterfalls)

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

Bradley Falls

39.9 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Rainbow Falls

11.1 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

3.9 miles 700 ft

The Cascades

9.7 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 51 Waterfalls Near Cliffside

Dutch Creek Falls

44.4 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Mitchell Falls

19.6 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Bird Rock Falls

28.3 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Roaring Spout Falls

26.8 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Slicking Falls

31.6 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Blue Sea Falls

20.2 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Courthouse Falls

32.2 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Yellowstone Falls

32.5 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

3.0 miles 400 ft

Second Falls

32.6 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Douglas Falk

12.7 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Walker Falls

10.2 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cliffside

Are there free waterfalls near Cliffside?

There are 33 free waterfalls near Cliffside, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cliffside?

There are 11 easy waterfall hikes near Cliffside, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cliffside?

There are 37 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cliffside, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cliffside?

There are 36 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cliffside, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Cliffside?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Cliffside, including Courthouse Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cliffside?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Cliffside?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cliffside?

Yes, 48 waterfalls near Cliffside have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cliffside?

The closest waterfall to Cliffside is Bradley Falls, approximately 23.3 miles away.

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