Waterfall Hikes Near Elizabethton, TN

14,375 residents
New York Time Zone
38 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Elizabethton? There are 38 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Elizabethton. 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 36.3367°N, -82.2370°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Elizabethton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

36 of 38 gauged

7 of 36 waterfalls near Elizabethton are flowing strongly today

Abrams Falls Roaring Betseys Rock Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Long Hope Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Roaring Tank Hollow Falls Roaring Big Falls Barely Flowing Dutch Creek Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Creek Falls Barely Flowing Watauga Falls Barely Flowing 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 Buckeye Falls Strong Spivey Falls Strong Douglas Falk Low Walker Falls Low Linville Falls Barely Flowing Monkey Falls Strong Reems Creek Falls Strong Silvervale Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

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Flowing best right now near Elizabethton

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Abrams Falls Roaring · 28 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Tank Hollow Falls Roaring · 1410 cfs 90th percentile
  3. 3 Big Falls Roaring · 1410 cfs 90th percentile
  4. 4 Spivey Falls Strong · 119 cfs 81st percentile
  5. 5 Monkey Falls Strong · 500 cfs 81st percentile
  6. 6 Buckeye Falls Strong · 119 cfs 81st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Elizabethton (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Elizabethton (28 waterfalls)

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

Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

24.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft

Coon Den Falls

5.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.6 miles 500 ft
Twisting Falls waterfall

Twisting Falls

17.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft
Jones Falls waterfall

Jones Falls

18.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

19.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 38 Waterfalls Near Elizabethton

Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

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

Blue Sea Falls

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

Linville Falls

33.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 ft
Tank Hollow Falls waterfall

Tank Hollow Falls

41.4 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Walker Falls waterfall

Walker Falls

21.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gentry Creek Falls waterfall CC

Gentry Creek Falls

17.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft

Douglas Falk

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

Cascade Falls

38.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Betseys Rock Falls waterfall

Betseys Rock Falls

26.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

46.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

42.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

16.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

13.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Toms Falls waterfall

Toms Falls

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

Camp Minnehaha Falls

14.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

15.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Reems Creek Falls waterfall

Reems Creek Falls

16.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bead and Lace Falls

7.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Elizabethton

Are there free waterfalls near Elizabethton?

There are 28 free waterfalls near Elizabethton, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Elizabethton?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Elizabethton, including Cascade Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Elizabethton?

There are 28 dog-friendly waterfalls near Elizabethton, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Elizabethton?

There are 27 kid-friendly waterfalls near Elizabethton, including Abrams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Elizabethton?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Elizabethton?

The shortest waterfall hike near Elizabethton is Abrams Falls at 0.8 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Elizabethton?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Elizabethton?

Yes, 38 waterfalls near Elizabethton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Elizabethton?

The closest waterfall to Elizabethton is Laurel Falls, approximately 7.4 miles away.

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