Waterfall Hikes Near Glen Alpine, NC

1,896 residents
New York Time Zone
35 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Glen Alpine? There are 35 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Glen Alpine. 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 35.7307°N, -81.7826°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Glen Alpine

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

34 of 35 gauged

18 of 34 waterfalls near Glen Alpine are flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Moderate Betseys Rock Falls Roaring Cascade Falls Roaring Long Hope Falls Roaring Big Falls Strong Dutch Creek Falls Strong Laurel Creek Falls Strong Watauga Falls Strong Blue Sea Falls Barely Flowing Crabtree Falls Barely Flowing Crystal Falls Barely Flowing Falls of Gouges Creek Barely Flowing Grassy Creek Falls Barely Flowing Mitchell Falls Barely Flowing Murphy Falls Barely Flowing Roaring Spout Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Bradley Falls Roaring Camp Minnehaha Falls Roaring Hickorynut Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Toms Falls Roaring The Cascades Roaring Coon Den Falls Roaring Jones Falls Roaring Laurel Falls Roaring Douglas Falk Barely Flowing Walker Falls Barely Flowing Linville Falls Moderate Moravian Falls Roaring Pearsons Falls Moderate Reems Creek Falls Barely Flowing Silvervale Falls Moderate Spivey Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely · 78°F

Aft 78°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely Best
Wed 85°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 91°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 94°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 90°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 89°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 86°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Glen Alpine (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Glen Alpine (27 waterfalls)

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

Linville Falls waterfall

Linville Falls

38.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 ft
Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

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

Upper Falls

35.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

34 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Murphy Falls

25.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 300 ft

All 35 Waterfalls Near Glen Alpine

Linville Falls waterfall

Linville Falls

38.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 ft
Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

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

Upper Falls

35.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft
Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

34.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

34 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Murphy Falls

25.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 300 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek

24.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Dutch Creek Falls waterfall

Dutch Creek Falls

28.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mitchell Falls waterfall

Mitchell Falls

23.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

47.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Roaring Spout Falls

23.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Blue Sea Falls waterfall

Blue Sea Falls

22.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Walker Falls waterfall

Walker Falls

21.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Douglas Falk

21.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Creek Falls waterfall

Laurel Creek Falls

41.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Watauga Falls

45 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

21.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Jones Falls waterfall

Jones Falls

21 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Twisting Falls waterfall

Twisting Falls

22.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

43.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Glen Alpine

Are there free waterfalls near Glen Alpine?

There are 27 free waterfalls near Glen Alpine, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Glen Alpine?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Glen Alpine, including Cascade Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Glen Alpine?

There are 27 dog-friendly waterfalls near Glen Alpine, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Glen Alpine?

There are 26 kid-friendly waterfalls near Glen Alpine, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Glen Alpine?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Glen Alpine, including Laurel Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Glen Alpine?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Glen Alpine?

The tallest waterfall near Glen Alpine is Hickorynut Falls at 404 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Glen Alpine?

Yes, 35 waterfalls near Glen Alpine have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Glen Alpine?

The closest waterfall to Glen Alpine is Linville Falls, approximately 16.8 miles away.

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