Waterfall Hikes Near Gerton, NC

251 residents
New York Time Zone
80 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Gerton? There are 80 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Gerton. 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 35.4758°N, -82.3504°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Gerton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

80 of 80 gauged

25 of 80 waterfalls near Gerton are flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Low Betsy Falls Strong Fairfield Falls Strong High Falls Strong Maidenhair Falls Strong Onion Cliff Falls Strong Onion Falls Strong Slatten Falls Strong Twin Falls Strong Thurston Hatcher Falls Strong Big Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Rock Creek Falls Low Bird Rock Falls Barely Flowing Catheys Creek Falls Barely Flowing Connestee Falls Barely Flowing Dismal Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Schoolhouse Falls Barely Flowing Windy Falls Barely Flowing Whitewater Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Toxaway Falls Barely Flowing Blue Sea Falls Moderate Crabtree Falls Moderate Crystal Falls Moderate Falls of Gouges Creek Moderate Grassy Creek Falls Moderate Mitchell Falls Moderate Murphy Falls Moderate Roaring Spout Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate 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 Buckeye Falls Roaring Spivey Falls Roaring Clearwater Falls Low Lower Falls Low Reedy Cove Falls Low Coon Den Falls Roaring Laurel Falls Roaring 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 Douglas Falk Strong Walker Falls Strong Flat Creek 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 Linville Falls Strong Lower Falls Low Reedy River Falls Low Upper Falls Low Mingo Falls Roaring Mouse Creek Falls Strong Pelham Falls Roaring Raven Cliff Falls Barely Flowing Reems Creek Falls Moderate Slicking Falls Low Soco Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 87°F

Tod 78°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 84°F Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 84°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 87°F Sunny Best
Thu 88°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 88°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 87°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Gerton

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Spivey Falls Roaring · 299 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Buckeye Falls Roaring · 299 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Mingo Falls Roaring · 337 cfs 99th percentile
  4. 4 Pelham Falls Roaring · 54 cfs 90th percentile
  5. 5 Linville Falls Strong · 46 cfs 88th percentile
  6. 6 Hickorynut Falls Strong · 50 cfs 86th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Gerton (16 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.

22.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Gerton (57 waterfalls)

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

14.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
23.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
23.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
23.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft

All 80 Waterfalls Near Gerton

14.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
23.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
23 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
23.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
23.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
22.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.4 miles 200 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
34.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
31.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
15.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
30.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
10.5 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
44.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
8.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
9.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
17.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
13.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
31.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
22.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Gerton

Are there free waterfalls near Gerton?

There are 50 free waterfalls near Gerton, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Gerton?

There are 16 easy waterfall hikes near Gerton, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Gerton?

There are 57 dog-friendly waterfalls near Gerton, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Gerton?

There are 54 kid-friendly waterfalls near Gerton, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Gerton?

There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near Gerton, including Courthouse Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Gerton?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Gerton?

The tallest waterfall near Gerton is Buckeye Falls at 475 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Gerton?

Yes, 77 waterfalls near Gerton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Gerton?

The closest waterfall to Gerton is Bead and Lace Falls, approximately 1.9 miles away.