Waterfall Hikes Near Forest Hills, NC

344 residents
New York Time Zone
103 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Forest Hills? There are 103 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Forest Hills. 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 35.2958°N, -83.1955°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Forest Hills

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

103 of 103 gauged

17 of 103 waterfalls near Forest Hills are flowing strongly today

Abrams Falls Roaring Anna Ruby Falls Low Bald River Falls Moderate Bead and Lace Falls Low Bemis Camp Falls Moderate Big Falls Moderate Leatherwood Falls Moderate Middle Falls Moderate Santeetlah Bluff Falls Moderate Sassafras Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Stewart Falls Moderate Berties Falls Moderate Betsy Falls Moderate Fairfield Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Maidenhair Falls Moderate Onion Cliff Falls Moderate Onion Falls Moderate Slatten Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Thurston Hatcher Falls Moderate Big Bend Falls Barely Flowing Kings Creek Falls Barely Flowing Spoonauger Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Rock Creek Falls Low 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 Bradley Falls Strong Camp Minnehaha Falls Strong Hickorynut Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Toms Falls Strong The Cascades Strong 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 Cascade Falls Low Toccoa Falls Low Clearwater Falls Low Lower Falls Low Reedy Cove Falls Low 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 Estatoah Falls Low Wilson Falls Low Timpson Falls Low Flat Creek Falls Roaring Grotto Falls Roaring Laurel Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Ramsey Cascades Roaring Wilson Falls Roaring Haynes Falls Moderate Horsetrough Falls Moderate Hidden Falls Barely Flowing Isaqueena Falls Barely Flowing Sids Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Moderate High Falls Barely Flowing Hooker Falls Barely Flowing Pearsons Falls Barely Flowing Shoal Creek Falls Barely Flowing Turley Falls Barely Flowing Triple Falls Barely Flowing Kennedy Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Queens Falls Moderate Little Creek Falls Roaring Mingo Falls Roaring Mouse Creek Falls Strong Raven Cliff Falls Barely Flowing Reems Creek Falls Moderate Slicking Falls Low Stekoa Falls Moderate Soco Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 89°F

Tod 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 88°F Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 89°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms Best
Wed 91°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 91°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 91°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 90°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Forest Hills

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Abrams Falls Roaring · 759 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Wilson Falls Roaring · 375 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Ramsey Cascades Roaring · 375 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Rainbow Falls Roaring · 375 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Laurel Falls Roaring · 375 cfs 100th percentile
  6. 6 Grotto Falls Roaring · 375 cfs 100th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Forest Hills (23 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.

47.7 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Forest Hills (68 waterfalls)

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

16.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 103 Waterfalls Near Forest Hills

23.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
20.5 miles away
Georgia
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft
42.8 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Forest Hills

Are there free waterfalls near Forest Hills?

There are 62 free waterfalls near Forest Hills, including Bald River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Forest Hills?

There are 23 easy waterfall hikes near Forest Hills, including Anna Ruby Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Forest Hills?

There are 68 dog-friendly waterfalls near Forest Hills, including Anna Ruby Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Forest Hills?

There are 72 kid-friendly waterfalls near Forest Hills, including Abrams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Forest Hills?

There are 6 waterfalls that allow swimming near Forest Hills, including Courthouse Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Forest Hills?

The shortest waterfall hike near Forest Hills is Abrams Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Forest Hills?

The tallest waterfall near Forest Hills is Raven Cliff Falls at 420 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Forest Hills?

Yes, 103 waterfalls near Forest Hills have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Forest Hills?

The closest waterfall to Forest Hills is Thurston Hatcher Falls, approximately 5.7 miles away.