Waterfall Hikes Near Highlands, NC
within 50 miles
Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Highlands? Luckily, there are 118 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Highlands, making it a perfect hub for waterfall enthusiasts. These trails range from drive_up to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.
Map of Waterfalls Near Highlands
Find waterfalls to hike near Highlands
🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Highlands (53 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.

Highlands Falls
12 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Drive Up
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Bridal Veil Falls
40.3 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Drive Up
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Dry Falls
40.5 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 50 ft

Cullasaja Falls
38.5 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Drive Up
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Highlands (78 waterfalls)
Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Highlands Falls
12 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Drive Up
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Bridal Veil Falls
40.3 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Drive Up
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Dry Falls
40.5 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 50 ft

Glen Falls
38.9 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft
All Hiking Trails Near Highlands With Waterfalls

Bird Rock Falls
23.9 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Soco Falls
36.1 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Cascade Falls
35.3 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft

Woodfin Falls
49.6 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Courthouse Falls
52 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

High Falls
46.1 miles awaySouth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Connestee Falls
22.3 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.1 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Catheys Creek Falls
43.8 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Raven Cliff Falls
27 miles awaySouth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft

Flat Creek Falls
33.2 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 800 ft

Mingo Falls
29.8 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 0.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 160 ft

Upper Falls
18.9 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft

Maidenhair Falls
42.1 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Second Falls
18.7 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 100 ft

Yellowstone Falls
18.5 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft

Wilson Falls
64.9 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Slick Rock Falls
21.8 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.1 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Toccoa Falls
31.2 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Little Creek Falls
26.9 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Glencannon Falls
14.5 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft