Waterfall Hikes Near Elk Park, NC

511 residents
New York Time Zone
39 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Elk Park? There are 39 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Elk Park. 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 36.1582°N, -81.9808°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Elk Park

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

37 of 39 gauged

5 of 37 waterfalls near Elk Park are flowing strongly today

Abrams Falls Moderate Betseys Rock Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Long Hope Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Roaring Tank Hollow Falls Roaring Big Falls Low Dutch Creek Falls Low Laurel Creek Falls Low Watauga Falls Low Blue Sea Falls Low Crabtree Falls Low Crystal Falls Low Falls of Gouges Creek Low Grassy Creek Falls Low Mitchell Falls Low Murphy Falls Low Roaring Spout Falls Low Upper Falls Low Buckeye Falls Strong Spivey Falls Strong Camp Minnehaha Falls Barely Flowing Hickorynut Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Toms Falls Barely Flowing The Cascades Barely Flowing Coon Den Falls Moderate Jones Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Douglas Falk Low Walker Falls Low Linville Falls Barely Flowing Monkey Falls Barely Flowing Moravian Falls Moderate Reems Creek Falls Strong Silvervale Falls Moderate

Updated 32 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 79°F

Aft 79°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 80°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 81°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 80°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 81°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 82°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 81°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Elk Park

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Tank Hollow Falls Roaring · 1800 cfs 94th percentile
  2. 2 Big Falls Roaring · 1800 cfs 94th percentile
  3. 3 Spivey Falls Strong · 160 cfs 86th percentile
  4. 4 Buckeye Falls Strong · 160 cfs 86th percentile
  5. 5 Bead and Lace Falls Strong · 1330 cfs 84th percentile
  6. 6 Reems Creek Falls Strong · 1630 cfs 77th percentile

Know when to go.

Get a free email alert when waterfalls near Elk Park hit peak flow. We only send when conditions are worth the trip — no weekly newsletters, no spam.

Find waterfalls to hike near Elk Park

Have your own travel site? Embed these waterfalls for free.

🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Elk Park (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 Elk Park (28 waterfalls)

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

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
Twisting Falls waterfall

Twisting Falls

17.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft
Laurel Creek Falls waterfall

Laurel Creek Falls

20.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 39 Waterfalls Near Elk Park

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
Twisting Falls waterfall

Twisting Falls

17.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft
Dutch Creek Falls waterfall

Dutch Creek Falls

38 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Watauga Falls

44 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Creek Falls waterfall

Laurel Creek Falls

20.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Coon Den Falls

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

Laurel Falls

24.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft
Linville Falls waterfall

Linville Falls

33.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek

37.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

39.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

31 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

40.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

42.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Murphy Falls

40.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 300 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

30.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft

Roaring Spout Falls

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

Long Hope Falls

32.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Spivey Falls waterfall

Spivey Falls

39.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

38.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Elk Park

Are there free waterfalls near Elk Park?

There are 29 free waterfalls near Elk Park, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Elk Park?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Elk Park?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Elk Park?

There are 28 kid-friendly waterfalls near Elk Park, including Abrams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Elk Park?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Elk Park?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Elk Park?

The tallest waterfall near Elk Park is Buckeye Falls at 475 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Elk Park?

Yes, 39 waterfalls near Elk Park have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Elk Park?

The closest waterfall to Elk Park is Jones Falls, approximately 2.2 miles away.

🏙️ Other Cities Near Elk Park With Waterfalls

Boone, NC
19,368 residents
Elizabethton, TN
14,375 residents
Johnson City, TN
131,718 residents
Bristol, TN
68,083 residents
Bristol, VA
17,036 residents
Lenoir, NC
18,301 residents
Morganton, NC
17,457 residents
Greeneville, TN
15,458 residents
Kingsport, TN
101,323 residents
Hickory, NC
206,008 residents
Asheville, NC
294,013 residents
Boiling Springs, SC
11,191 residents

Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Elk Park, North Carolina

Hot Springs

Hot Springs

48.5 mi 108°F

Hot Springs surfaces at 108 degrees Fahrenheit in the town of Hot Springs, Madison County, North Carolina, near Marshall. At ju...

Looking for a soak after your hike? Explore more hot springs near Elk Park, North Carolina on SoakingSprings.

Explore North Carolina springs

Where to Stay

Stringer's Peak Retreat

Stringer's Peak Retreat

9.2 13 reviews
Hike, Ski & Soak: Beech Mtn Home w/ Views, Hot Tub

Hike, Ski & Soak: Beech Mtn Home w/ Views, Hot Tub
Graystone Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Graystone Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

9.1 912 reviews
Paws at the Peak

Paws at the Peak

10.0 3 reviews
See all hotels near Elk Park
Cabins & Rentals VRBO

Browse vacation cabins and private rentals nearby
Glamping Hipcamp

Unique outdoor stays — tents, yurts, and treehouses
RV Rentals Outdoorsy

Rent a campervan or RV for your waterfall road trip

Some links are affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

← → walk · Esc to stop