Waterfall Hikes Near Cricket, NC

2,491 residents

New_York Time Zone

20 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cricket? There are 20 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cricket. 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 36.1688°N, -81.1933°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cricket

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

18 of 20 gauged

4 of 18 waterfalls near Cricket are flowing strongly today

Betseys Rock Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Long Hope Falls Moderate Big Falls Moderate Dutch Creek Falls Moderate Laurel Creek Falls Moderate Watauga Falls Moderate Carter Falls Strong Little Falls Strong Coon Den Falls Low Jones Falls Low Laurel Falls Low Falls of Gouges Creek Barely Flowing Linville Falls Barely Flowing Moravian Falls Low Silvervale Falls Low Tory Falls Strong The Falls Roaring

Updated 25 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 74°F

Aft 74°F Sunny Best

Wed 78°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Thu 70°F Sunny

Fri 78°F Sunny

Sat 88°F Sunny

Sun 91°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Mon 92°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cricket (4 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.

Moravian Falls

48.9 miles away

North Carolina

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Cascade Falls

47.4 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

0.8 miles 100 ft

Carter Falls

42.1 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cricket (16 waterfalls)

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

Betseys Rock Falls

47.2 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Silvervale Falls

33.7 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 20 Waterfalls Near Cricket

Moravian Falls

48.9 miles away

North Carolina

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Betseys Rock Falls

47.2 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Cascade Falls

47.4 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

0.8 miles 100 ft

Little Falls

40.3 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Carter Falls

42.1 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

1.5 miles 200 ft

Silvervale Falls

33.7 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Dutch Creek Falls

34.4 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Long Hope Falls

20.6 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

4.5 miles 800 ft

Laurel Creek Falls

28.5 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Watauga Falls

28.4 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

The Falls

39.3 miles away

Virginia

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Big Falls

26.2 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Jones Falls

25.5 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

3.0 miles 300 ft

Twisting Falls

24.4 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

1.5 miles 400 ft

Gentry Creek Falls

34.6 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

4.5 miles 500 ft

Linville Falls

12.7 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

1.6 miles 250 ft

Coon Den Falls

17.2 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.6 miles 500 ft

Laurel Falls

15.6 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.3 miles 300 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek

34.4 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Tory Falls

34.9 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

1.2 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cricket

Are there free waterfalls near Cricket?

There are 16 free waterfalls near Cricket, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cricket?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Cricket, including Carter Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cricket?

There are 16 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cricket, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cricket?

There are 16 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cricket, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Cricket?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cricket?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Cricket?

The tallest waterfall near Cricket is Linville Falls at 90 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cricket?

Yes, 19 waterfalls near Cricket have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cricket?

The closest waterfall to Cricket is Moravian Falls, approximately 4.2 miles away.

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