Waterfall Hikes Near Glenwood, NC

280 residents
New York Time Zone
46 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Glenwood? There are 46 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Glenwood. 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 35.6161°N, -81.9833°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Glenwood

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

45 of 46 gauged

5 of 45 waterfalls near Glenwood are flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Moderate Big Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Rock Creek Falls Roaring Big Falls Moderate Dutch Creek Falls Moderate Laurel Creek Falls Moderate Watauga Falls Moderate 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 Moderate Camp Minnehaha Falls Moderate Hickorynut Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Toms Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Glencannon Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Laughing Falls Barely Flowing Looking Glass Falls Barely Flowing Buckeye Falls Strong Spivey Falls Strong Coon Den Falls Moderate Jones Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Douglas Falk Moderate Walker Falls Moderate High Falls Low Hooker Falls Low Pearsons Falls Low Shoal Creek Falls Low Turley Falls Low Triple Falls Low Linville Falls Moderate Pelham Falls Moderate Reems Creek Falls Moderate Silvervale Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 98°F

Tue 92°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 96°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Thu 98°F Sunny Best
Fri 98°F Sunny
Ind 97°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 96°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 94°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Flowing best right now near Glenwood

Updated about 4 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Big Falls Roaring · 30 cfs 90th percentile
  2. 2 Rock Creek Falls Roaring · 30 cfs 90th percentile
  3. 3 Rainbow Falls Roaring · 30 cfs 90th percentile
  4. 4 Linville Falls Strong · 52 cfs 80th percentile
  5. 5 Spivey Falls Strong · 61 cfs 76th percentile
  6. 6 Buckeye Falls Strong · 61 cfs 76th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Glenwood (6 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 Glenwood (34 waterfalls)

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

Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

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

Upper Falls

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

Crabtree Falls

14.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Murphy Falls

42.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 300 ft
Linville Falls waterfall

Linville Falls

30.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 ft

All 46 Waterfalls Near Glenwood

Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

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

Upper Falls

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

Crystal Falls

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

Crabtree Falls

14.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Murphy Falls

42.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 300 ft
Linville Falls waterfall

Linville Falls

30.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek

43.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

23.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

23.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Toms Falls waterfall

Toms Falls

23.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Camp Minnehaha Falls waterfall

Camp Minnehaha Falls

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

Mitchell Falls

44.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

22.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft

Roaring Spout Falls

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

Blue Sea Falls

30.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Douglas Falk

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

Walker Falls

31.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bead and Lace Falls

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

Jones Falls

45.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

46.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Glenwood

Are there free waterfalls near Glenwood?

There are 31 free waterfalls near Glenwood, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Glenwood?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Glenwood, including Hickorynut Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Glenwood?

There are 34 dog-friendly waterfalls near Glenwood, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Glenwood?

There are 31 kid-friendly waterfalls near Glenwood, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Glenwood?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Glenwood, including Hooker Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Glenwood?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Glenwood?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Glenwood?

Yes, 46 waterfalls near Glenwood have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Glenwood?

The closest waterfall to Glenwood is Grassy Creek Falls, approximately 16 miles away.

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