Waterfall Hikes Near Henderson, NC

14,997 residents
New York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Henderson? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Henderson. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 36.3256°N, -78.4151°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Henderson

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

5 waterfalls near Henderson have live flow data today

Eagle Point Falls (historical) Barely Flowing Hyco Falls (historical) Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 90°F

Tod 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 89°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 91°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 96°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 90°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 90°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Henderson

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Eagle Point Falls (historical) Barely Flowing · 3 cfs 0th percentile
  2. 2 Hyco Falls (historical) Barely Flowing · 769 cfs 0th percentile
  3. 3 Little Falls Barely Flowing · 92 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Little Falls Barely Flowing · 92 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Upper Falls Barely Flowing · 92 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Henderson (1 waterfall)

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.

Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

31.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Henderson (2 waterfalls)

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

Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

30.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Henderson

Eagle Point Falls (historical)

34.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hyco Falls (historical)

44.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

30.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

30.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

31.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Henderson

Are there free waterfalls near Henderson?

There is 1 free waterfall near Henderson, including Little Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Henderson?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Henderson, including Little Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Henderson?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Henderson, including Little Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Henderson?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Henderson, including Little Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Henderson?

The shortest waterfall hike near Henderson is Eagle Point Falls (historical) at 0.6 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Henderson?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Henderson have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Henderson?

The closest waterfall to Henderson is Eagle Point Falls (historical), approximately 13.7 miles away.

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