Waterfall Hikes Near Drexel, NC

1,768 residents
New York Time Zone
33 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Drexel? There are 33 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Drexel. 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 35.7568°N, -81.6088°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Drexel

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

31 of 33 gauged

7 of 31 waterfalls near Drexel are flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Moderate 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 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 Camp Minnehaha Falls Strong Hickorynut Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Toms Falls Strong The Cascades Strong Coon Den Falls Moderate Jones Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Douglas Falk Barely Flowing Walker Falls Barely Flowing Linville Falls Strong Moravian Falls Roaring

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 88°F

Tod 82°F Areas Of Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 85°F Areas Of Fog then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Fri 85°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 86°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 87°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 88°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms Best
Tue 89°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Drexel

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Moravian Falls Roaring · 1870 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Linville Falls Strong · 258 cfs 76th percentile
  3. 3 Upper Falls Moderate · 143 cfs 73rd percentile
  4. 4 Blue Sea Falls Moderate · 143 cfs 73rd percentile
  5. 5 Roaring Spout Falls Moderate · 143 cfs 73rd percentile
  6. 6 Crabtree Falls Moderate · 143 cfs 73rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Drexel (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 Drexel (25 waterfalls)

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

Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

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

Linville Falls

19.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 ft
Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

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

Upper Falls

22.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

24.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

All 33 Waterfalls Near Drexel

Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

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

Linville Falls

19.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 ft
Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

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

Upper Falls

22.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft
Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

23.6 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

Falls of Gouges Creek

12.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Dutch Creek Falls waterfall

Dutch Creek Falls

44.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mitchell Falls waterfall

Mitchell Falls

19.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Roaring Spout Falls

26.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Blue Sea Falls waterfall

Blue Sea Falls

20.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

35.3 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Walker Falls waterfall

Walker Falls

10.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Long Hope Falls waterfall

Long Hope Falls

33.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

42.6 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Douglas Falk

12.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Betseys Rock Falls waterfall

Betseys Rock Falls

23.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Laurel Creek Falls waterfall

Laurel Creek Falls

5.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Watauga Falls

44.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Drexel

Are there free waterfalls near Drexel?

There are 26 free waterfalls near Drexel, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Drexel?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Drexel?

There are 25 dog-friendly waterfalls near Drexel, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Drexel?

There are 25 kid-friendly waterfalls near Drexel, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Drexel?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Drexel?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Drexel?

The tallest waterfall near Drexel is Hickorynut Falls at 404 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Drexel?

Yes, 33 waterfalls near Drexel have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Drexel?

The closest waterfall to Drexel is Silvervale Falls, approximately 14.8 miles away.

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