Waterfall Hikes Near Hudson, NC

3,780 residents
New_York Time Zone
28 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hudson? There are 28 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Hudson. 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 35.8478°N, -81.4867°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hudson

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

26 of 28 gauged

26 waterfalls near Hudson have live flow data today

Betseys Rock Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Long Hope Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Barely Flowing Dutch Creek Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Creek Falls Barely Flowing Watauga Falls Barely Flowing Blue Sea Falls Barely Flowing Crabtree Falls Barely Flowing Crystal Falls Barely Flowing Falls of Gouges Creek Barely Flowing Grassy Creek Falls Barely Flowing Mitchell Falls Barely Flowing Murphy Falls Barely Flowing Roaring Spout Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Carter Falls Low Little Falls Low Coon Den Falls Moderate Jones Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Douglas Falk Barely Flowing Walker Falls Barely Flowing Linville Falls Barely Flowing Moravian Falls Moderate Silvervale Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 70°F

Thu 70°F Sunny Best
Fri 78°F Sunny
Sat 86°F Sunny
Sun 86°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 87°F Sunny
Tue 86°F Sunny
Wed 86°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hudson (3 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.

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

47.4 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

48.9 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Hudson (20 waterfalls)

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

Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

33.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Linville Falls waterfall

Linville Falls

12.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 ft
Betseys Rock Falls waterfall

Betseys Rock Falls

47.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

27.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 28 Waterfalls Near Hudson

Twisting Falls waterfall

Twisting Falls

24.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft
Walker Falls waterfall

Walker Falls

31.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Douglas Falk

31.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gentry Creek Falls waterfall CC

Gentry Creek Falls

34.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

40.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Coon Den Falls

17.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.6 miles 500 ft
Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

42.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

15.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hudson

Are there free waterfalls near Hudson?

There are 21 free waterfalls near Hudson, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hudson?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Hudson, including Carter Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hudson?

There are 20 dog-friendly waterfalls near Hudson, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hudson?

There are 20 kid-friendly waterfalls near Hudson, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Hudson?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Hudson, including Laurel Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hudson?

The shortest waterfall hike near Hudson is Betseys Rock Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Hudson?

The tallest waterfall near Hudson is Linville Falls at 90 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hudson?

Yes, 28 waterfalls near Hudson have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hudson?

The closest waterfall to Hudson is Silvervale Falls, approximately 14.4 miles away.

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