Waterfall Hikes Near Hillsborough, NC

9,534 residents
New York Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hillsborough? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Hillsborough. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 36.0679°N, -79.0991°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hillsborough

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

1 of 2 waterfalls near Hillsborough is flowing strongly today

Hyco Falls (historical) Low Lanier Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 90°F

Tue 90°F Sunny Best
Wed 95°F Sunny
Thu 98°F Sunny
Fri 101°F Sunny
Ind 103°F Sunny
Sun 102°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 99°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Hillsborough

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Lanier Falls Strong · 2 cfs 76th percentile
  2. 2 Hyco Falls (historical) Low · 448 cfs 13th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Hillsborough (1 waterfall)

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

Lanier Falls waterfall

Lanier Falls

43.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 ft

All 2 Waterfalls Near Hillsborough

Lanier Falls waterfall

Lanier Falls

43.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 ft

Hyco Falls (historical)

39.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hillsborough

Are there free waterfalls near Hillsborough?

There is 1 free waterfall near Hillsborough, including Lanier Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hillsborough?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Hillsborough, including Lanier Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hillsborough?

There is 1 kid-friendly waterfall near Hillsborough, including Lanier Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hillsborough?

The shortest waterfall hike near Hillsborough is Hyco Falls (historical) at 2.4 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hillsborough?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Hillsborough have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hillsborough?

The closest waterfall to Hillsborough is Lanier Falls, approximately 35.9 miles away.

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