Waterfall Hikes Near Hendersonville, NC

15,102 residents
New York Time Zone
90 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hendersonville? There are 90 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Hendersonville. 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 35.3247°N, -82.4575°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hendersonville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

90 of 90 gauged

9 of 90 waterfalls near Hendersonville are flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Low Betsy Falls Moderate Fairfield Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Maidenhair Falls Moderate Onion Cliff Falls Moderate Onion Falls Moderate Slatten Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Thurston Hatcher Falls Moderate Big Bend Falls Moderate Kings Creek Falls Moderate Spoonauger Falls Moderate Big Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Rock Creek Falls Moderate Bird Rock Falls Low Catheys Creek Falls Low Connestee Falls Low Dismal Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Schoolhouse Falls Low Windy Falls Low Whitewater Falls Low Upper Falls Low Toxaway Falls Low 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 Moderate Glencannon Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Laughing Falls Moderate Looking Glass Falls Moderate Maidenhair Falls Moderate Slick Rock Falls Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Burningtown Falls Moderate Cullasaja Falls Moderate Dry Falls Moderate Glen Falls Moderate Highlands Falls Moderate Satulah Falls Moderate Buckeye Falls Moderate Spivey Falls Moderate Clearwater Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Reedy Cove Falls Barely Flowing 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 Moderate Walker Falls Moderate Flat Creek Falls Moderate Hidden Falls Moderate High Falls Roaring Hooker Falls Roaring Pearsons Falls Roaring Shoal Creek Falls Roaring Turley Falls Roaring Triple Falls Roaring Little Creek Falls Barely Flowing Mingo Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Roaring Reedy River Falls Roaring Upper Falls Roaring Mouse Creek Falls Barely Flowing Pelham Falls Moderate Raven Cliff Falls Moderate Reems Creek Falls Low Slicking Falls Moderate Soco Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 89°F

Tod 88°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 88°F Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 89°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms Best
Fri 89°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 87°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 88°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 89°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Hendersonville

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Lower Falls Roaring · 93 cfs 94th percentile
  2. 2 Reedy River Falls Roaring · 93 cfs 94th percentile
  3. 3 Upper Falls Roaring · 93 cfs 94th percentile
  4. 4 High Falls Strong · 654 cfs 88th percentile
  5. 5 Shoal Creek Falls Strong · 654 cfs 88th percentile
  6. 6 Hooker Falls Strong · 654 cfs 88th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hendersonville (18 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.

39.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 120 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Hendersonville (64 waterfalls)

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

45.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
39.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 90 Waterfalls Near Hendersonville

47.7 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
36.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft
2.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
15.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.5 miles 300 ft
4.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 400 ft
39.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
12.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
39.7 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft
28.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.2 miles 600 ft
49.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hendersonville

Are there free waterfalls near Hendersonville?

There are 57 free waterfalls near Hendersonville, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hendersonville?

There are 18 easy waterfall hikes near Hendersonville, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hendersonville?

There are 64 dog-friendly waterfalls near Hendersonville, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hendersonville?

There are 62 kid-friendly waterfalls near Hendersonville, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Hendersonville?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hendersonville?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Hendersonville?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hendersonville?

Yes, 87 waterfalls near Hendersonville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hendersonville?

The closest waterfall to Hendersonville is Turley Falls, approximately 2.8 miles away.

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