Waterfall Hikes Near Connelly Springs, NC

2,355 residents
New_York Time Zone
28 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Connelly Springs? There are 28 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Connelly Springs. 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 35.7550°N, -81.4971°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Connelly Springs

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

27 of 28 gauged

27 waterfalls near Connelly Springs have live flow data today

Betseys Rock Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Long Hope Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Barely Flowing Dutch Creek Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Creek Falls Barely Flowing Watauga Falls Barely Flowing Blue Sea Falls Barely Flowing Crabtree Falls Barely Flowing Crystal Falls Barely Flowing Falls of Gouges Creek Barely Flowing Grassy Creek Falls Barely Flowing Mitchell Falls Barely Flowing Murphy Falls Barely Flowing Roaring Spout Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Camp Minnehaha Falls Barely Flowing Hickorynut Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Toms Falls Barely Flowing The Cascades Barely Flowing Douglas Falk Barely Flowing Walker Falls Barely Flowing Jones Falls Moderate Linville Falls Barely Flowing Moravian Falls Moderate Silvervale Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 70°F

Thu 70°F Sunny Best
Fri 78°F Sunny
Sat 85°F Sunny
Sun 89°F Sunny
Mon 90°F Sunny
Tue 90°F Sunny
Wed 89°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Connelly Springs (3 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.

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

47.4 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

48.9 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Connelly Springs (20 waterfalls)

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

Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

33.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Linville Falls waterfall

Linville Falls

12.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 ft
Betseys Rock Falls waterfall

Betseys Rock Falls

47.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

27.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 28 Waterfalls Near Connelly Springs

Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

26.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Jones Falls waterfall

Jones Falls

25.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Twisting Falls waterfall

Twisting Falls

24.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

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

The Cascades

5.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Toms Falls waterfall

Toms Falls

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

Camp Minnehaha Falls

49.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

4.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Connelly Springs

Are there free waterfalls near Connelly Springs?

There are 20 free waterfalls near Connelly Springs, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Connelly Springs?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Connelly Springs, including Cascade Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Connelly Springs?

There are 20 dog-friendly waterfalls near Connelly Springs, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Connelly Springs?

There are 20 kid-friendly waterfalls near Connelly Springs, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Connelly Springs?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Connelly Springs, including Laurel Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Connelly Springs?

The shortest waterfall hike near Connelly Springs is Betseys Rock Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Connelly Springs?

The tallest waterfall near Connelly Springs is Hickorynut Falls at 404 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Connelly Springs?

Yes, 28 waterfalls near Connelly Springs have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Connelly Springs?

The closest waterfall to Connelly Springs is Silvervale Falls, approximately 18.4 miles away.

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