Waterfall Hikes Near Horse Shoe, NC

1,854 residents
New_York Time Zone
90 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Horse Shoe? There are 90 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Horse Shoe. 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 35.3423°N, -82.5568°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Horse Shoe

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

90 of 90 gauged

90 waterfalls near Horse Shoe have live flow data today

Bead and Lace 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 Barely Flowing Kings Creek Falls Barely Flowing Spoonauger Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Rock Creek Falls Barely Flowing Bird Rock Falls Barely Flowing Catheys Creek Falls Barely Flowing Connestee Falls Barely Flowing Dismal Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Schoolhouse Falls Barely Flowing Windy Falls Barely Flowing Whitewater Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Toxaway Falls Barely Flowing Blue Sea Falls Barely Flowing Crabtree Falls Barely Flowing Crystal Falls Barely Flowing Grassy Creek Falls Barely Flowing Mitchell Falls Barely Flowing Murphy Falls Barely Flowing Roaring Spout Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Bradley Falls Barely Flowing Camp Minnehaha Falls Barely Flowing Hickorynut Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Toms Falls Barely Flowing The Cascades Barely Flowing 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 Buckeye Falls Barely Flowing Spivey Falls Barely Flowing Clearwater Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Reedy Cove Falls Barely Flowing Courthouse Falls Barely Flowing Dill Falls Barely Flowing Lower Vernal Falls Barely Flowing Second Falls Barely Flowing Yellowstone Falls Barely Flowing Woodfin Falls Barely Flowing Upper Vernal Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Douglas Falk Barely Flowing Walker Falls Barely Flowing Flat Creek Falls Barely Flowing Hidden 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 Little Creek Falls Barely Flowing Mingo Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Reedy River Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Mouse Creek Falls Barely Flowing Pelham Falls Barely Flowing Ramsey Cascades Barely Flowing Raven Cliff Falls Moderate Reems Creek Falls Barely Flowing Slicking Falls Barely Flowing Soco Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 67°F

Thu 67°F Sunny Best
Fri 77°F Sunny
Sat 83°F Sunny
Sun 86°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 86°F Sunny
Tue 86°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Horse Shoe (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.

12.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Horse Shoe (63 waterfalls)

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

22 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
4.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.9 miles 300 ft

All 90 Waterfalls Near Horse Shoe

11.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
10.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
12.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
35.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
22 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
4.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.9 miles 300 ft
10.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.9 miles 50 ft
34.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
33.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.4 miles 300 ft
14.5 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
41.5 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
34 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
8.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
9.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft
9.7 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
39.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
27.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft
2.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
18.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
18.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 120 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Horse Shoe

Are there free waterfalls near Horse Shoe?

There are 56 free waterfalls near Horse Shoe, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Horse Shoe?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Horse Shoe?

There are 63 dog-friendly waterfalls near Horse Shoe, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Horse Shoe?

There are 61 kid-friendly waterfalls near Horse Shoe, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Horse Shoe?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Horse Shoe?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Horse Shoe?

The tallest waterfall near Horse Shoe is Buckeye Falls at 475 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Horse Shoe?

Yes, 87 waterfalls near Horse Shoe have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Horse Shoe?

The closest waterfall to Horse Shoe is Turley Falls, approximately 2.5 miles away.