Waterfall Hikes Near Hiddenite, NC

319 residents
New York Time Zone
18 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hiddenite? There are 18 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Hiddenite. 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 35.9053°N, -81.0860°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hiddenite

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

18 of 18 gauged

5 of 18 waterfalls near Hiddenite are flowing strongly today

Betseys Rock Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Long Hope Falls Moderate Carter Falls Roaring Little Falls Roaring Crabtree Falls Moderate Crystal Falls Moderate Falls of Gouges Creek Moderate Grassy Creek Falls Moderate Murphy Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Dutch Creek Falls Moderate Laurel Creek Falls Moderate Watauga Falls Moderate Linville Falls Strong Moravian Falls Roaring The Falls Strong

Updated 27 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 88°F

Wed 82°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 84°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 84°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 85°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 86°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 88°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 89°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Hiddenite

Updated 27 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Carter Falls Roaring · 2230 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Little Falls Roaring · 2230 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Moravian Falls Roaring · 1830 cfs 99th percentile
  4. 4 The Falls Strong · 2530 cfs 78th percentile
  5. 5 Linville Falls Strong · 248 cfs 76th percentile
  6. 6 Long Hope Falls Moderate · 657 cfs 58th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hiddenite (3 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.

Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

42.6 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

42.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

35.3 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Hiddenite (13 waterfalls)

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

Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

19.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Betseys Rock Falls waterfall

Betseys Rock Falls

23.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 18 Waterfalls Near Hiddenite

Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

42.6 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

44.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

42.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

19.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Betseys Rock Falls waterfall

Betseys Rock Falls

23.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

35.3 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Linville Falls waterfall

Linville Falls

19.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

34.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

23.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek

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

Dutch Creek Falls

44.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

21.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Long Hope Falls waterfall

Long Hope Falls

33.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

24.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Murphy Falls

9.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 300 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

22.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft
Laurel Creek Falls waterfall

Laurel Creek Falls

5.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Watauga Falls

44.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hiddenite

Are there free waterfalls near Hiddenite?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Hiddenite, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hiddenite?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Hiddenite, including Carter Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hiddenite?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Hiddenite, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hiddenite?

There are 14 kid-friendly waterfalls near Hiddenite, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Hiddenite?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Hiddenite, including Laurel Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hiddenite?

The shortest waterfall hike near Hiddenite is Betseys Rock Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Hiddenite?

The tallest waterfall near Hiddenite is Linville Falls at 90 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hiddenite?

Yes, 18 waterfalls near Hiddenite have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hiddenite?

The closest waterfall to Hiddenite is Moravian Falls, approximately 13.2 miles away.

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