Waterfall Hikes Near Hot Springs, NC

519 residents
New York Time Zone
72 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hot Springs? There are 72 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Hot Springs. 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 35.8934°N, -82.8303°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hot Springs

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

72 of 72 gauged

12 of 72 waterfalls near Hot Springs are flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Roaring 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 Bird Rock Falls Barely Flowing Catheys Creek Falls Barely Flowing Connestee Falls Barely Flowing Dismal Falls Barely Flowing Schoolhouse Falls Barely Flowing Toxaway Falls Barely Flowing Blue Sea Falls Moderate Crabtree Falls Moderate Crystal Falls Moderate Falls of Gouges Creek Moderate Grassy Creek Falls Moderate Mitchell Falls Moderate Murphy Falls Moderate Roaring Spout Falls Moderate Upper 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 Buckeye Falls Roaring Spivey Falls Roaring Camp Minnehaha Falls Moderate Hickorynut Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Toms Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Coon Den Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate 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 Moderate Walker Falls Moderate Flat Creek Falls Moderate Grotto Falls Strong Laurel Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Ramsey Cascades Strong Wilson Falls Strong High Falls Low Hooker Falls Low Shoal Creek Falls Low Turley Falls Low Triple Falls Low Linville Falls Moderate Little Creek Falls Strong Mingo Falls Strong Monkey Falls Moderate Mouse Creek Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Strong Rock Creek Falls Strong Raven Cliff Falls Moderate Reems Creek Falls Moderate Soco Falls Low

Updated 27 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Showers And Thunderstorms · 90°F

Tue 92°F Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 93°F Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 95°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 94°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 92°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 90°F Showers And Thunderstorms Best

Flowing best right now near Hot Springs

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Bead and Lace Falls Roaring · 1180 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Spivey Falls Strong · 85 cfs 84th percentile
  3. 3 Buckeye Falls Strong · 85 cfs 84th percentile
  4. 4 Rock Creek Falls Strong · 28 cfs 82nd percentile
  5. 5 Rainbow Falls Strong · 28 cfs 82nd percentile
  6. 6 Mingo Falls Strong · 351 cfs 79th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hot Springs (14 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Hot Springs (46 waterfalls)

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

9.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
44.8 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.0 miles 2 ft
25.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.2 miles 600 ft
38.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
31.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 72 Waterfalls Near Hot Springs

9.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
44.8 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.0 miles 2 ft
25.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.2 miles 600 ft
38.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
31.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
34.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
14.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft
30.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
22.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
14.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
48.6 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.0 miles 2,200 ft
44.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
13.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft
17.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
17.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
42.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 300 ft
14.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
32.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
34.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
33.2 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hot Springs

Are there free waterfalls near Hot Springs?

There are 46 free waterfalls near Hot Springs, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hot Springs?

There are 14 easy waterfall hikes near Hot Springs, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hot Springs?

There are 46 dog-friendly waterfalls near Hot Springs, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hot Springs?

There are 46 kid-friendly waterfalls near Hot Springs, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Hot Springs?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Hot Springs, including Courthouse Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hot Springs?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Hot Springs?

The tallest waterfall near Hot Springs is Buckeye Falls at 475 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hot Springs?

Yes, 72 waterfalls near Hot Springs have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hot Springs?

The closest waterfall to Hot Springs is Reems Creek Falls, approximately 19.6 miles away.

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