Waterfall Hikes Near Highlands, NC

1,140 residents
New York Time Zone
101 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Highlands? There are 101 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Highlands. 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 35.0538°N, -83.1976°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Highlands

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

101 of 101 gauged

2 of 101 waterfalls near Highlands are flowing strongly today

Anna Ruby Falls Moderate Dukes Creek Falls Moderate Bemis Camp Falls Low Big Falls Low Leatherwood Falls Low Middle Falls Low Santeetlah Bluff Falls Low Sassafras Falls Low Upper Falls Low Stewart Falls Low Berties Falls Barely Flowing 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 Low Kings Creek Falls Low Spoonauger Falls Low Big Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Rock Creek Falls Barely Flowing 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 Bradley Falls Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Glencannon Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Laughing Falls Barely Flowing Looking Glass Falls Barely Flowing Maidenhair Falls Barely Flowing Slick Rock Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Burningtown Falls Barely Flowing Cullasaja Falls Barely Flowing Dry Falls Barely Flowing Glen Falls Barely Flowing Highlands Falls Barely Flowing Satulah Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Low Toccoa Falls Low Clearwater Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Reedy Cove Falls Barely Flowing Courthouse Falls Low Dill Falls Low Lower Vernal Falls Low Second Falls Low Yellowstone Falls Low Woodfin Falls Low Upper Vernal Falls Low Upper Falls Low DeSoto Falls Barely Flowing Helton Creek Falls Barely Flowing High Water Falls Barely Flowing Nottely Falls Barely Flowing Estatoah Falls Barely Flowing Wilson Falls Barely Flowing Timpson Falls Barely Flowing Flat Creek Falls Barely Flowing Grotto Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Ramsey Cascades Moderate Wilson Falls Moderate Haynes Falls Low Horsetrough Falls Low Hidden Falls Barely Flowing Isaqueena Falls Barely Flowing Sids Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Hooker Falls Barely Flowing Pearsons Falls Barely Flowing Shoal Creek Falls Barely Flowing Turley Falls Barely Flowing Triple Falls Barely Flowing Kennedy Falls Moderate Queens Falls Moderate Little Creek Falls Low Mingo Falls Low Lower Falls Barely Flowing Reedy River Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Mouse Creek Falls Strong Raven Cliff Falls Barely Flowing Slicking Falls Barely Flowing Stekoa Falls Barely Flowing Soco Falls Roaring

Updated 30 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 80°F

Aft 77°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 78°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 80°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 79°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 80°F Sunny Best
Thu 81°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 82°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Highlands

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Soco Falls Roaring · 868 cfs 91st percentile
  2. 2 Mouse Creek Falls Strong · 1280 cfs 84th percentile
  3. 3 Kennedy Falls Moderate · 639 cfs 70th percentile
  4. 4 Queens Falls Moderate · 639 cfs 70th percentile
  5. 5 Fairfield Falls Moderate · 89 cfs 48th percentile
  6. 6 High Falls Moderate · 89 cfs 48th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Highlands (22 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.

8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft
9.1 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Highlands (66 waterfalls)

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

33.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
36.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
34.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 400 ft

All 101 Waterfalls Near Highlands

33 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
33.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
36.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft
34.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 400 ft
9.1 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
26.8 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
26.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
26.1 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.5 miles 300 ft
25.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
17.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
47.7 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
47.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
35.4 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
47.8 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
25.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
44.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
18.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
18.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Highlands

Are there free waterfalls near Highlands?

There are 57 free waterfalls near Highlands, including Bemis Camp Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Highlands?

There are 22 easy waterfall hikes near Highlands, including Anna Ruby Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Highlands?

There are 66 dog-friendly waterfalls near Highlands, including Anna Ruby Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Highlands?

There are 69 kid-friendly waterfalls near Highlands, including Anna Ruby Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Highlands?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Highlands?

The shortest waterfall hike near Highlands is Anna Ruby Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Highlands?

The tallest waterfall near Highlands is Raven Cliff Falls at 420 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Highlands?

Yes, 98 waterfalls near Highlands have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Highlands?

The closest waterfall to Highlands is Satulah Falls, approximately 1.2 miles away.