Waterfall Hikes Near Columbus, NC

1,087 residents
New York Time Zone
74 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Columbus? There are 74 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Columbus. 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 35.2656°N, -82.1976°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Columbus

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

74 of 74 gauged

6 of 74 waterfalls near Columbus are flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Roaring Betsy Falls Moderate Fairfield Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Maidenhair Falls Moderate Onion Cliff Falls Moderate Onion Falls Moderate Slatten Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Thurston Hatcher Falls Moderate Big Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Rock Creek Falls Strong 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 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 Clearwater Falls Low Lower Falls Low Reedy Cove Falls Low 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 Gordons Mill Falls Roaring High Falls Low Hooker Falls Low Pearsons Falls Low Shoal Creek Falls Low Turley Falls Low Triple Falls Low Linville Falls Moderate Lower Falls Barely Flowing Reedy River Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Pelham Falls Moderate Raven Cliff Falls Moderate Reems Creek Falls Moderate Slicking Falls Low Spivey Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 92°F

Tue 92°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 95°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Thu 97°F Sunny
Fri 97°F Sunny
Ind 97°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 93°F Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Flowing best right now near Columbus

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Gordons Mill Falls Roaring · 119 cfs 95th percentile
  2. 2 Big Falls Roaring · 30 cfs 90th percentile
  3. 3 Rock Creek Falls Roaring · 30 cfs 90th percentile
  4. 4 Rainbow Falls Roaring · 30 cfs 90th percentile
  5. 5 Spivey Falls Strong · 85 cfs 84th percentile
  6. 6 Linville Falls Moderate · 46 cfs 69th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Columbus (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.

45.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 120 ft
22.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Columbus (50 waterfalls)

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

49.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
23.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
23.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 74 Waterfalls Near Columbus

25.3 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
13.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft
42.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 300 ft
14.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
12.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
12.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
12 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
12.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
34.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
24.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
9.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
20.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft
18.2 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
21.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 200 ft
25.4 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
2.5 miles 200 ft
16.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
43.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
43 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
43.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
18.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Columbus

Are there free waterfalls near Columbus?

There are 44 free waterfalls near Columbus, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Columbus?

There are 15 easy waterfall hikes near Columbus, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Columbus?

There are 50 dog-friendly waterfalls near Columbus, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Columbus?

There are 49 kid-friendly waterfalls near Columbus, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Columbus?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Columbus, including Courthouse Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Columbus?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Columbus?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Columbus?

Yes, 71 waterfalls near Columbus have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Columbus?

The closest waterfall to Columbus is Bradley Falls, approximately 4.1 miles away.

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