Waterfall Hikes Near Independence, VA
within 50 miles
Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Independence? Luckily, there are 28 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Independence, 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 Independence
Find waterfalls to hike near Independence
🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Independence (11 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.
Carter Falls
29.4 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
Moravian Falls
26.1 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Drive Up
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Independence (21 waterfalls)
Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.
The Falls
23.6 miles awayVirginia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Gentry Creek Falls
26.9 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft
Betseys Rock Falls
32.2 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Carter Falls
29.4 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
All Hiking Trails Near Independence With Waterfalls
The Falls
23.6 miles awayVirginia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Little Falls
47.1 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Gentry Creek Falls
26.9 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft
Betseys Rock Falls
32.2 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Carter Falls
29.4 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
Moravian Falls
26.1 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Drive Up
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Cascade Falls
33 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.8 miles
Elevation Gain: 100 ft
Long Hope Falls
25.6 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 800 ft
Virginia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Falls of Dismal
41.2 miles awayVirginia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Smith River Falls
44 miles awayVirginia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Silvervale Falls
39.1 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.1 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Tory Falls
48.1 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Lower Cascade Falls
47.5 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.8 miles
Elevation Gain: 100 ft
Laurel Creek Falls
29.6 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Watauga Falls
29.7 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Dutch Creek Falls
41.6 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Upper Cascade Falls
46.6 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Window Falls
33.2 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Hidden Falls
46.3 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft