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

11 of 22 waterfalls near Fairplains are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 92°F

Aft 84°F Scattered Rain Showers
Mon 89°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 92°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 95°F Sunny
Thu 98°F Sunny
Fri 96°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 97°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Fairplains

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Big Falls Roaring · 120 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Watauga Falls Roaring · 120 cfs 96th percentile
  3. 3 Dutch Creek Falls Roaring · 120 cfs 96th percentile
  4. 4 Laurel Creek Falls Roaring · 120 cfs 96th percentile
  5. 5 Tory Falls Roaring · 68 cfs 91st percentile
  6. 6 Upper Cascade Falls Roaring · 68 cfs 91st percentile

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🚗 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 waterfall

Moravian Falls

29 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

25.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

24.6 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 waterfall

Betseys Rock Falls

29.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

37.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 24 Waterfalls Near Fairplains

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
Lower Cascade Falls waterfall

Lower Cascade Falls

46 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek

43.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 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.

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