Waterfall Hikes Near Flat Rock, NC

3,483 residents
New York Time Zone
85 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Flat Rock? There are 85 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Flat Rock. 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 35.2678°N, -82.4526°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Flat Rock

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

85 of 85 gauged

24 of 85 waterfalls near Flat Rock are flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Strong 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 Bird Rock Falls Low Catheys Creek Falls Low Connestee Falls Low Dismal Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Schoolhouse Falls Low Windy Falls Low Whitewater Falls Low Upper Falls Low Toxaway Falls Low Blue Sea Falls Strong Crabtree Falls Strong Crystal Falls Strong Grassy Creek Falls Strong Mitchell Falls Strong Murphy Falls Strong Roaring Spout Falls Strong Upper Falls Strong Bradley Falls Moderate Camp Minnehaha Falls Moderate Hickorynut Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Toms Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Glencannon Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Laughing Falls Moderate Looking Glass Falls Moderate Maidenhair Falls Moderate Slick Rock Falls Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Cullasaja Falls Moderate Dry Falls Moderate Glen Falls Moderate Highlands Falls Moderate Satulah Falls Moderate Clearwater Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Reedy Cove Falls Moderate Courthouse Falls Strong Dill Falls Strong Lower Vernal Falls Strong Second Falls Strong Yellowstone Falls Strong Woodfin Falls Strong Upper Vernal Falls Strong Upper Falls Strong Douglas Falk Roaring Walker Falls Roaring Flat Creek Falls Roaring Hidden Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Moderate High Falls Low Hooker Falls Low Pearsons Falls Low Shoal Creek Falls Low Turley Falls Low Triple Falls Low Lower Falls Barely Flowing Reedy River Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Mingo Falls Roaring Pelham Falls Strong Raven Cliff Falls Barely Flowing Reems Creek Falls Roaring Slicking Falls Low Spivey Falls Roaring Soco Falls Moderate

Updated 38 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 87°F

Mon 87°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 87°F Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms Best
Wed 90°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 92°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 92°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 92°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 90°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Flat Rock

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Mingo Falls Roaring · 772 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Flat Creek Falls Roaring · 76 cfs 95th percentile
  3. 3 Douglas Falk Roaring · 4 cfs 91st percentile
  4. 4 Walker Falls Roaring · 4 cfs 91st percentile
  5. 5 Reems Creek Falls Roaring · 841 cfs 90th percentile
  6. 6 Spivey Falls Roaring · 144 cfs 90th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Flat Rock (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.

45.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 120 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Flat Rock (60 waterfalls)

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

8.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
49.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 85 Waterfalls Near Flat Rock

8.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
15.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
49.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
45.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 120 ft
10.5 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
13.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
13.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.9 miles 300 ft
13.7 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.9 miles 50 ft
12.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
12.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.4 miles 300 ft
31.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
8.9 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
18 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
14.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
16.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
33.2 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
17.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
17.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
22.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
23 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Flat Rock

Are there free waterfalls near Flat Rock?

There are 53 free waterfalls near Flat Rock, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Flat Rock?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Flat Rock?

There are 60 dog-friendly waterfalls near Flat Rock, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Flat Rock?

There are 59 kid-friendly waterfalls near Flat Rock, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Flat Rock?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Flat Rock, including Courthouse Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Flat Rock?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Flat Rock?

The tallest waterfall near Flat Rock is Raven Cliff Falls at 420 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Flat Rock?

Yes, 82 waterfalls near Flat Rock have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Flat Rock?

The closest waterfall to Flat Rock is Rock Creek Falls, approximately 5.5 miles away.