Waterfall Hikes Near Earl, NC

358 residents
New_York Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Earl? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Earl. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 35.1954°N, -81.5340°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Earl

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 14 gauged

14 waterfalls near Earl have live flow data today

Bead and Lace Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Barely Flowing Rock Creek 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 Gordons Mill Falls Barely Flowing Hendricks Falls Barely Flowing Pearsons Falls Barely Flowing Turley Falls Barely Flowing Pelham Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Sunny · 76°F

Tod 76°F Sunny Best
Sat 84°F Sunny
Sun 88°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 89°F Sunny
Tue 89°F Sunny
Wed 90°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 87°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Earl (2 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.

Pearsons Falls waterfall

Pearsons Falls

18.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 120 ft
Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

4.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Earl (9 waterfalls)

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

Bradley Falls waterfall

Bradley Falls

18.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Rock Creek Falls waterfall

Rock Creek Falls

22 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Earl

Pearsons Falls waterfall

Pearsons Falls

18.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 120 ft
Bradley Falls waterfall

Bradley Falls

18.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Hendricks Falls

36 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

22.9 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Rock Creek Falls waterfall

Rock Creek Falls

22 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

4.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

5.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
Gordons Mill Falls waterfall

Gordons Mill Falls

22.1 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

5.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Camp Minnehaha Falls waterfall

Camp Minnehaha Falls

49.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pelham Falls waterfall CC

Pelham Falls

31.7 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bead and Lace Falls

2.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Toms Falls waterfall

Toms Falls

5.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Turley Falls

11.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Earl

Are there free waterfalls near Earl?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Earl, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Earl?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Earl, including Hickorynut Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Earl?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Earl, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Earl?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Earl, including Bead and Lace Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Earl?

The shortest waterfall hike near Earl is Bead and Lace Falls at 0.25 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Earl?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Earl?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Earl have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Earl?

The closest waterfall to Earl is Pearsons Falls, approximately 34.9 miles away.

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