Waterfall Hikes Near Greensboro, NC

347,130 residents
New York Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Set in North Carolina’s Piedmont plateau, Greensboro is surrounded by rolling hills and narrow stream-cut gorges that slice through resistant bedrock, producing wooded ravines, ridgelines, and scattered urban greenways. Nearby waterfall hikes (about eight within 50 miles) tend to be moderate—creekside scrambles through oak-hickory forest and ridge-to-gorge routes, with two easier roadside cascades; proximity to Summerfield, Kernersville, High Point and Elon allows for varied day trips and accessible trailheads.

Located at 36.0956°N, -79.8271°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Greensboro

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 7 gauged

7 waterfalls near Greensboro have live flow data today

Great Falls Moderate Hidden Falls Moderate Lower Cascade Falls Moderate Window Falls Moderate Upper Cascade Falls Moderate Tory Falls Moderate White Falls Moderate

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Best Day to Hike

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Mostly Sunny · 81°F

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Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Great Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 37th percentile
  2. 2 Hidden Falls Moderate · 68 cfs 36th percentile
  3. 3 Lower Cascade Falls Moderate · 68 cfs 36th percentile
  4. 4 Window Falls Moderate · 68 cfs 36th percentile
  5. 5 Upper Cascade Falls Moderate · 68 cfs 36th percentile
  6. 6 Tory Falls Moderate · 68 cfs 36th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Greensboro (2 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

32.3 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

Tory Falls

45.3 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Greensboro (5 waterfalls)

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

Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

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

Window Falls

31.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 300 ft
Upper Cascade Falls waterfall

Upper Cascade Falls

46.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 7 Waterfalls Near Greensboro

Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

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

Window Falls

31.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 300 ft
Upper Cascade Falls waterfall

Upper Cascade Falls

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

Lower Cascade Falls

32.3 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

Tory Falls

45.3 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

28.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
White Falls waterfall

White Falls

22.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Greensboro

Are there free waterfalls near Greensboro?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Greensboro, including Hidden Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Greensboro?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Greensboro, including Lower Cascade Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Greensboro?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Greensboro, including Hidden Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Greensboro?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Greensboro, including Hidden Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Greensboro?

The shortest waterfall hike near Greensboro is Great Falls at 0.8 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Greensboro?

The tallest waterfall near Greensboro is Lower Cascade Falls at 35 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Greensboro?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Greensboro have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Greensboro?

The closest waterfall to Greensboro is Hidden Falls, approximately 33.2 miles away.

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