Waterfall Hikes Near Crossnore, NC

139 residents
New York Time Zone
36 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Crossnore? There are 36 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Crossnore. 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 36.0222°N, -81.9308°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Crossnore

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

34 of 36 gauged

34 waterfalls near Crossnore have live flow data today

Abrams Falls Barely Flowing Bead and Lace Falls Low Betseys Rock Falls Low Cascade Falls Low Long Hope Falls Low Big Falls Moderate Dutch Creek Falls Moderate Laurel Creek Falls Moderate Watauga Falls Moderate 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 Buckeye Falls Moderate Spivey Falls Moderate Camp Minnehaha Falls Moderate Hickorynut Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Toms Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Coon Den Falls Barely Flowing Jones Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Douglas Falk Moderate Walker Falls Moderate Linville Falls Moderate Moravian Falls Barely Flowing Reems Creek Falls Low Silvervale Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 24 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely · 79°F

Tod 81°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 81°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 81°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 81°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 79°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely Best
Sun 80°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 81°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Crossnore

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 The Cascades Moderate · 78 cfs 45th percentile
  2. 2 Toms Falls Moderate · 78 cfs 45th percentile
  3. 3 Hickorynut Falls Moderate · 78 cfs 45th percentile
  4. 4 Camp Minnehaha Falls Moderate · 78 cfs 45th percentile
  5. 5 Rainbow Falls Moderate · 78 cfs 45th percentile
  6. 6 Walker Falls Moderate · 9 cfs 34th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Crossnore (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Crossnore (27 waterfalls)

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

Linville Falls waterfall

Linville Falls

19.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek

12.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

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

Jones Falls

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

Twisting Falls

1.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft

All 36 Waterfalls Near Crossnore

Linville Falls waterfall

Linville Falls

19.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek

12.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

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

Jones Falls

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

Twisting Falls

1.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft
Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

23.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dutch Creek Falls waterfall

Dutch Creek Falls

44.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Watauga Falls

44.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Creek Falls waterfall

Laurel Creek Falls

5.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

21.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

19.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

24.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Murphy Falls

9.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 300 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

22.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft

Coon Den Falls

9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.6 miles 500 ft

Roaring Spout Falls

26.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

18.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft
Spivey Falls waterfall

Spivey Falls

13.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mitchell Falls waterfall

Mitchell Falls

19.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Blue Sea Falls waterfall

Blue Sea Falls

20.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Crossnore

Are there free waterfalls near Crossnore?

There are 28 free waterfalls near Crossnore, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Crossnore?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Crossnore?

There are 27 dog-friendly waterfalls near Crossnore, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Crossnore?

There are 27 kid-friendly waterfalls near Crossnore, including Abrams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Crossnore?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Crossnore?

The shortest waterfall hike near Crossnore is Abrams Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Crossnore?

The tallest waterfall near Crossnore is Buckeye Falls at 475 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Crossnore?

Yes, 36 waterfalls near Crossnore have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Crossnore?

The closest waterfall to Crossnore is Linville Falls, approximately 3.7 miles away.

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