Waterfall Hikes Near Dillsboro, NC

231 residents
New York Time Zone
102 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Dillsboro? There are 102 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Dillsboro. 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 35.3706°N, -83.2527°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Dillsboro

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

102 of 102 gauged

12 of 102 waterfalls near Dillsboro are flowing strongly today

Abrams Falls Roaring Anna Ruby Falls Strong Bald River 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 Low Rainbow Falls Low Rock Creek Falls Low 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 Bradley Falls Barely Flowing Camp Minnehaha Falls Barely Flowing Hickorynut Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Toms Falls Barely Flowing The Cascades Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Low Glencannon Falls Low High Falls Low Laughing Falls Low Looking Glass Falls Low Maidenhair Falls Low Slick Rock Falls Low Cascade Falls Roaring Toccoa Falls Roaring 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 Estatoah Falls Barely Flowing Wilson Falls Barely Flowing Timpson Falls Barely Flowing Flat Creek Falls Low Grotto Falls Strong Laurel Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Ramsey Cascades Strong Wilson Falls Strong Haynes Falls Strong Hidden Falls Moderate Isaqueena Falls Moderate Sids Falls Moderate High Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Moderate Hooker Falls Moderate Pearsons Falls Moderate Shoal Creek Falls Moderate Turley Falls Moderate Triple Falls Moderate Kennedy Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Queens Falls Moderate Little Creek Falls Strong Mingo Falls Strong Reems Creek Falls Moderate Slicking Falls Low Stekoa Falls Moderate Soco Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 92°F

Thu 88°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 89°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 90°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 92°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 90°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 89°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Dillsboro

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Cascade Falls Roaring · 39 cfs 93rd percentile
  2. 2 Toccoa Falls Roaring · 39 cfs 93rd percentile
  3. 3 Abrams Falls Roaring · 636 cfs 93rd percentile
  4. 4 Mouse Creek Falls Roaring · 1630 cfs 92nd percentile
  5. 5 Little Creek Falls Strong · 447 cfs 82nd percentile
  6. 6 Mingo Falls Strong · 447 cfs 82nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Dillsboro (23 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.

31.5 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
35.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Dillsboro (67 waterfalls)

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

25.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
0.4 miles 160 ft

All 102 Waterfalls Near Dillsboro

17.8 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
9.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
42.9 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
26 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft
20.9 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
25.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
3.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
30.8 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.5 miles 300 ft
20.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
24.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
15.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
23.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
6.2 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
37.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
47.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 200 ft
3.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
36.3 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft
47.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
49.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft
40.9 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Dillsboro

Are there free waterfalls near Dillsboro?

There are 62 free waterfalls near Dillsboro, including Bald River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Dillsboro?

There are 23 easy waterfall hikes near Dillsboro, including Anna Ruby Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Dillsboro?

There are 67 dog-friendly waterfalls near Dillsboro, including Anna Ruby Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Dillsboro?

There are 71 kid-friendly waterfalls near Dillsboro, including Abrams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Dillsboro?

There are 6 waterfalls that allow swimming near Dillsboro, including Courthouse Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Dillsboro?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Dillsboro?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Dillsboro?

Yes, 102 waterfalls near Dillsboro have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Dillsboro?

The closest waterfall to Dillsboro is Mingo Falls, approximately 8.8 miles away.

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