Waterfall Hikes Near Fontana Dam, NC
within 50 miles
Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fontana Dam? Luckily, there are 78 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Fontana Dam, making it a perfect hub for waterfall enthusiasts. These trails range from drive_up to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.
Map of Waterfalls Near Fontana Dam
Find waterfalls to hike near Fontana Dam
🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Fontana Dam (34 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 Falls
51.4 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 100 ft

Santeetlah Bluff Falls
14 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Fontana Dam (47 waterfalls)
Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.
Lower Falls
51.4 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 100 ft

Santeetlah Bluff Falls
14 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Bemis Camp Falls
13.8 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
All Hiking Trails Near Fontana Dam With Waterfalls

Dismal Falls
52.4 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

High Falls
35 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Cascade Falls
24.5 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft

Spoonauger Falls
61.8 miles awaySouth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Toxaway Falls
21.8 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Drive Up
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Kings Creek Falls
26.4 miles awaySouth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Rainbow Falls
6.3 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.9 miles
Elevation Gain: 700 ft

Big Bend Falls
61.2 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Upper Falls
13.7 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Windy Falls
31.3 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Hard
Trail Length: 3.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Sids Falls
50.2 miles awaySouth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Lower Falls
59 miles awaySouth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Whitewater Falls
22.1 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft

Hidden Falls
56.4 miles awaySouth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Flatrock Falls
31.5 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Isaqueena Falls
19 miles awaySouth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

High Falls
45.9 miles awaySouth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Jacks Rock Falls
41 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft