Waterfall Hikes Near Elon, NC

11,161 residents
New York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Elon? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Elon. 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 36.1016°N, -79.5086°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Elon

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

5 waterfalls near Elon have live flow data today

Hidden Falls Barely Flowing Lower Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Window Falls Barely Flowing Upper Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Tory Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 19 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 91°F

Mon 88°F Partly Sunny
Tue 91°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 98°F Sunny
Thu 100°F Sunny
Fri 97°F Sunny
Ind 99°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 98°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Elon

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Hidden Falls Barely Flowing · 46 cfs 0th percentile
  2. 2 Lower Cascade Falls Barely Flowing · 46 cfs 0th percentile
  3. 3 Window Falls Barely Flowing · 46 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Upper Cascade Falls Barely Flowing · 46 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Tory Falls Barely Flowing · 46 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Elon (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.

Lower Cascade Falls waterfall

Lower Cascade Falls

46 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

Tory Falls

44.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Elon (5 waterfalls)

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

Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

45.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Window Falls waterfall

Window Falls

45.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 300 ft
Upper Cascade Falls waterfall

Upper Cascade Falls

45 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Elon

Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

45.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Window Falls waterfall

Window Falls

45.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 300 ft
Upper Cascade Falls waterfall

Upper Cascade Falls

45 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Cascade Falls waterfall

Lower Cascade Falls

46 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

Tory Falls

44.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Elon

Are there free waterfalls near Elon?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Elon, including Hidden Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Elon?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Elon?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Elon, including Hidden Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Elon?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Elon, including Hidden Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Elon?

The shortest waterfall hike near Elon is Hidden Falls at 0.8 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Elon?

The tallest waterfall near Elon is Lower Cascade Falls at 35 feet.

What is the closest waterfall to Elon?

The closest waterfall to Elon is Hidden Falls, approximately 46.3 miles away.

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