Waterfall Hikes Near Gaston, NC

849 residents
New York Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Gaston? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Gaston. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 36.4965°N, -77.6449°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Gaston

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

1 of 4 waterfalls near Gaston is flowing strongly today

Eagle Point Falls (historical) Strong Little Falls Moderate Little Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 100°F

Tue 90°F Areas Of Fog then Sunny
Wed 94°F Sunny
Thu 97°F Sunny
Fri 100°F Sunny Best
Ind 100°F Sunny
Sun 99°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 98°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Gaston

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Eagle Point Falls (historical) Strong · 1 cfs 79th percentile
  2. 2 Little Falls Moderate · 71 cfs 43rd percentile
  3. 3 Little Falls Moderate · 71 cfs 43rd percentile
  4. 4 Upper Falls Moderate · 71 cfs 43rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Gaston (1 waterfall)

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.

Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

48.4 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Gaston (2 waterfalls)

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

Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

47.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Gaston

Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

48.4 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

47.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

47.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Eagle Point Falls (historical)

38 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Gaston

Are there free waterfalls near Gaston?

There is 1 free waterfall near Gaston, including Little Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Gaston?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Gaston, including Little Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Gaston?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Gaston, including Little Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Gaston?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Gaston, including Little Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Gaston?

The shortest waterfall hike near Gaston is Eagle Point Falls (historical) at 0.6 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Gaston?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Gaston has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Gaston?

The closest waterfall to Gaston is Little Falls, approximately 32 miles away.

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