Waterfall Hikes Near Fairplains, NC

1,709 residents

New York Time Zone

24 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fairplains? There are 24 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Fairplains. 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 36.1954°N, -81.1559°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Fairplains

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

22 of 24 gauged

13 of 22 waterfalls near Fairplains are flowing strongly today

Betseys Rock Falls Roaring Cascade Falls Roaring Long Hope Falls Roaring Big Falls Strong Dutch Creek Falls Strong Laurel Creek Falls Strong Watauga Falls Strong Carter Falls Roaring Little Falls Roaring Coon Den Falls Roaring Jones Falls Roaring Laurel Falls Roaring Falls of Gouges Creek Barely Flowing Hidden Falls Barely Flowing Lower Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Window Falls Barely Flowing Upper Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Tory Falls Barely Flowing Linville Falls Moderate Moravian Falls Roaring Silvervale Falls Moderate The Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 37 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 91°F

Aft 74°F Showers And Thunderstorms

Wed 82°F Patchy Fog then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Thu 90°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Fri 92°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sat 91°F Mostly Sunny Best

Sun 90°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Mon 86°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Know when to go.

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

Find waterfalls to hike near Fairplains

See All North Carolina Waterfall Hikes

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

🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Fairplains (5 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.

Moravian Falls

39.9 miles away

North Carolina

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Cascade Falls

43.7 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

0.8 miles 100 ft

Carter Falls

36.8 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Fairplains (20 waterfalls)

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

Betseys Rock Falls

43.8 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Silvervale Falls

47.5 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 24 Waterfalls Near Fairplains

Moravian Falls

39.9 miles away

North Carolina

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Little Falls

47.7 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Betseys Rock Falls

43.8 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Cascade Falls

43.7 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

0.8 miles 100 ft

Carter Falls

36.8 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

1.5 miles 200 ft

Silvervale Falls

47.5 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Dutch Creek Falls

28.5 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Long Hope Falls

44.3 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

4.5 miles 800 ft

The Falls

30.1 miles away

Virginia

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Laurel Creek Falls

41.6 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Watauga Falls

45 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Big Falls

21.4 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Jones Falls

21 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

3.0 miles 300 ft

Twisting Falls

22.6 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

1.5 miles 400 ft

Gentry Creek Falls

39.7 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

4.5 miles 500 ft

Coon Den Falls

15.3 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.6 miles 500 ft

Linville Falls

38.3 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

1.6 miles 250 ft

Laurel Falls

13.7 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.3 miles 300 ft

Tory Falls

27.2 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

1.2 miles 200 ft

Upper Cascade Falls

26.3 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Fairplains

Are there free waterfalls near Fairplains?

There are 19 free waterfalls near Fairplains, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Fairplains?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Fairplains, including Carter Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Fairplains?

There are 20 dog-friendly waterfalls near Fairplains, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Fairplains?

There are 20 kid-friendly waterfalls near Fairplains, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Fairplains?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Fairplains?

The shortest waterfall hike near Fairplains is Betseys Rock Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Fairplains?

The tallest waterfall near Fairplains is Linville Falls at 90 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Fairplains?

Yes, 19 waterfalls near Fairplains have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Fairplains?

The closest waterfall to Fairplains is Moravian Falls, approximately 6.8 miles away.

🏙️ Other Cities Near Fairplains With Waterfalls

Lake Norman of Catawba, NC

Where to Stay

Hotels & Lodges Booking.com

Find hotels, lodges, and B&Bs near the trailhead

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.