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

4 of 14 waterfalls near Earl are flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Moderate Big Falls Roaring Rock Creek Falls Roaring Bradley Falls Moderate Camp Minnehaha Falls Moderate Hickorynut Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Toms Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Gordons Mill Falls Roaring Hendricks Falls Strong Pearsons Falls Low Turley Falls Low Pelham Falls Moderate

Updated 44 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 92°F

Tue 92°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 95°F Sunny
Thu 98°F Sunny
Fri 98°F Sunny
Ind 99°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 97°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Earl

Updated 44 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Gordons Mill Falls Roaring · 119 cfs 95th percentile
  2. 2 Big Falls Roaring · 30 cfs 90th percentile
  3. 3 Rock Creek Falls Roaring · 30 cfs 90th percentile
  4. 4 Hendricks Falls Strong · 170 cfs 79th percentile
  5. 5 Bradley Falls Moderate · 47 cfs 62nd percentile
  6. 6 Camp Minnehaha Falls Moderate · 47 cfs 62nd percentile

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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

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

Hickorynut Falls

22.5 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

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

Rock Creek Falls

8.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Earl

Pearsons Falls waterfall

Pearsons Falls

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

Bradley Falls

49.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Hendricks Falls

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

Big Falls

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

Rock Creek Falls

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

Hickorynut Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

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

Gordons Mill Falls

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

The Cascades

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

Camp Minnehaha Falls

23 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Pelham Falls

10.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bead and Lace Falls

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

Toms Falls

23.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Turley Falls

15.2 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 8 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 0.3 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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