Waterfall Hikes Near Dana, NC

3,629 residents
New York Time Zone
86 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Dana? There are 86 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Dana. 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 35.3239°N, -82.3722°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Dana

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

86 of 86 gauged

4 of 86 waterfalls near Dana are flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Moderate 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 Bend Falls Low Kings Creek Falls Low Spoonauger Falls Low Big Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Rock Creek Falls Barely Flowing Bird Rock Falls Low Catheys Creek Falls Low Connestee Falls Low Dismal Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Schoolhouse Falls Low Windy Falls Low Whitewater Falls Low Upper Falls Low Toxaway Falls Low 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 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 Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Cullasaja Falls Barely Flowing Dry Falls Barely Flowing Highlands Falls Barely Flowing Satulah Falls Barely Flowing Buckeye Falls Low Spivey Falls Low Clearwater Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Reedy Cove Falls Barely Flowing Courthouse Falls Low Dill Falls Low Lower Vernal Falls Low Second Falls Low Yellowstone Falls Low Woodfin Falls Low Upper Vernal Falls Low Upper Falls Low Douglas Falk Strong Walker Falls Strong Flat Creek Falls Low High Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Hooker Falls Barely Flowing Pearsons Falls Barely Flowing Shoal Creek Falls Barely Flowing Turley Falls Barely Flowing Triple Falls Barely Flowing Linville Falls Low Lower Falls Barely Flowing Reedy River Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Mingo Falls Low Pelham Falls Barely Flowing Raven Cliff Falls Barely Flowing Reems Creek Falls Roaring Slicking Falls Barely Flowing Soco Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 88°F

Aft 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 84°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 86°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 88°F Sunny Best
Thu 91°F Sunny
Fri 92°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Dana

Updated 37 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Walker Falls Roaring · 4 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Douglas Falk Roaring · 4 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Reems Creek Falls Roaring · 976 cfs 94th percentile
  4. 4 Soco Falls Roaring · 861 cfs 91st percentile
  5. 5 Linville Falls Moderate · 33 cfs 74th percentile
  6. 6 Bead and Lace Falls Moderate · 691 cfs 74th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Dana (18 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 Dana (61 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
14.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 86 Waterfalls Near Dana

36.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
26.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft
33 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
30.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 ft
26.1 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.5 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Dana

Are there free waterfalls near Dana?

There are 54 free waterfalls near Dana, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Dana?

There are 18 easy waterfall hikes near Dana, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Dana?

There are 61 dog-friendly waterfalls near Dana, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Dana?

There are 59 kid-friendly waterfalls near Dana, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Dana?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Dana?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Dana?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Dana?

Yes, 83 waterfalls near Dana have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Dana?

The closest waterfall to Dana is Bradley Falls, approximately 6.1 miles away.