Waterfall Hikes Near Etowah, NC

7,689 residents
New York Time Zone
92 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Etowah? There are 92 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Etowah. 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 35.3061°N, -82.5902°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Etowah

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

92 of 92 gauged

6 of 92 waterfalls near Etowah are flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Moderate Berties Falls Barely Flowing Betsy Falls Barely Flowing Fairfield Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Maidenhair Falls Barely Flowing Onion Cliff Falls Barely Flowing Onion Falls Barely Flowing Slatten Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing Thurston Hatcher Falls Barely Flowing Big Bend Falls Barely Flowing Kings Creek Falls Barely Flowing Spoonauger Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Rock Creek Falls Barely Flowing Bird Rock Falls Moderate Catheys Creek Falls Moderate Connestee Falls Moderate Dismal Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Schoolhouse Falls Moderate Windy Falls Moderate Whitewater Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Toxaway Falls Moderate Blue Sea Falls Moderate Crabtree Falls Moderate Grassy Creek Falls Moderate Mitchell Falls Moderate Murphy Falls Moderate Roaring Spout Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Bradley Falls Moderate Camp Minnehaha Falls Moderate Hickorynut Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Toms Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Glencannon Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Laughing Falls Barely Flowing Looking Glass Falls Barely Flowing Maidenhair Falls Barely Flowing Slick Rock Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Burningtown Falls Moderate Cullasaja Falls Moderate Dry Falls Moderate Glen Falls Moderate Highlands Falls Moderate Satulah Falls Moderate Buckeye Falls Strong Spivey Falls Strong Clearwater Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Reedy Cove Falls Moderate Courthouse Falls Moderate Dill Falls Moderate Lower Vernal Falls Moderate Second Falls Moderate Yellowstone Falls Moderate Woodfin Falls Moderate Upper Vernal Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Douglas Falk Moderate Walker Falls Moderate Estatoah Falls Moderate Flat Creek Falls Strong Hidden Falls Barely Flowing Isaqueena Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Low Hooker Falls Low Pearsons Falls Low Shoal Creek Falls Low Turley Falls Low Triple Falls Low Little Creek Falls Strong Mingo Falls Strong Lower Falls Barely Flowing Reedy River Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Mouse Creek Falls Moderate Pelham Falls Moderate Ramsey Cascades Strong Raven Cliff Falls Moderate Reems Creek Falls Moderate Slicking Falls Low Soco Falls Moderate

Updated 18 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 88°F

Aft 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 88°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms Best
Wed 90°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 92°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 92°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 91°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Etowah

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Ramsey Cascades Strong · 490 cfs 86th percentile
  2. 2 Mingo Falls Strong · 436 cfs 85th percentile
  3. 3 Little Creek Falls Strong · 436 cfs 85th percentile
  4. 4 Spivey Falls Strong · 73 cfs 80th percentile
  5. 5 Buckeye Falls Strong · 73 cfs 80th percentile
  6. 6 Flat Creek Falls Strong · 53 cfs 77th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Etowah (18 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.

13.7 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.9 miles 50 ft
12.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Etowah (64 waterfalls)

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

13.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.9 miles 300 ft

All 92 Waterfalls Near Etowah

31.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
35.5 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
30.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
44.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
33.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
32.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
10.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
9.1 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
26.8 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
7.1 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
36.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
26.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
44.8 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.0 miles 2 ft
8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft
33 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
26.1 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.5 miles 300 ft
29.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
0.4 miles 160 ft
38.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
34.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 400 ft
20.8 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Etowah

Are there free waterfalls near Etowah?

There are 58 free waterfalls near Etowah, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Etowah?

There are 18 easy waterfall hikes near Etowah, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Etowah?

There are 64 dog-friendly waterfalls near Etowah, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Etowah?

There are 63 kid-friendly waterfalls near Etowah, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Etowah?

There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near Etowah, including Courthouse Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Etowah?

The shortest waterfall hike near Etowah is Bead and Lace Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Etowah?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Etowah?

Yes, 89 waterfalls near Etowah have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Etowah?

The closest waterfall to Etowah is Turley Falls, approximately 3.7 miles away.

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