Waterfall Hikes Near Germanton, NC

876 residents
New York Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Germanton? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Germanton. 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 36.2587°N, -80.2360°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Germanton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 11 gauged

3 of 11 waterfalls near Germanton are flowing strongly today

Carter Falls Moderate Little Falls Moderate Great Falls of Dan Strong White Falls Strong Smith River Falls Strong Hidden Falls Moderate Lower Cascade Falls Moderate Window Falls Moderate Upper Cascade Falls Moderate Tory Falls Moderate Moravian Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 92°F

Aft 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 89°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Tue 92°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 99°F Sunny
Thu 101°F Sunny
Fri 102°F Sunny
Ind 101°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Germanton

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Hidden Falls Strong · 59 cfs 88th percentile
  2. 2 Lower Cascade Falls Strong · 59 cfs 88th percentile
  3. 3 Window Falls Strong · 59 cfs 88th percentile
  4. 4 Upper Cascade Falls Strong · 59 cfs 88th percentile
  5. 5 Tory Falls Strong · 59 cfs 88th percentile
  6. 6 Great Falls of Dan Strong · 8 cfs 84th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Germanton (4 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 Cascade Falls waterfall

Lower Cascade Falls

46 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

Tory Falls

44.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Germanton (7 waterfalls)

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

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
Upper Cascade Falls waterfall

Upper Cascade Falls

45 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 11 Waterfalls Near Germanton

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
Upper Cascade Falls waterfall

Upper Cascade Falls

45 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Cascade Falls waterfall

Lower Cascade Falls

46 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

Tory Falls

44.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Smith River Falls waterfall

Smith River Falls

33.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

24.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Great Falls of Dan

35.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
White Falls waterfall

White Falls

40.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

31.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

29 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Germanton

Are there free waterfalls near Germanton?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Germanton, including Carter Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Germanton?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Germanton, including Carter Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Germanton?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Germanton, including Carter Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Germanton?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Germanton, including Carter Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Germanton?

The shortest waterfall hike near Germanton is Carter Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Germanton?

The tallest waterfall near Germanton is Moravian Falls at 35 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Germanton?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Germanton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Germanton?

The closest waterfall to Germanton is Hidden Falls, approximately 7.9 miles away.

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