Waterfall Hikes Near Independence, VA

1,176 residents
New York Time Zone
20 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Independence? There are 20 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Independence. 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 36.6254°N, -81.1511°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Independence

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

19 of 20 gauged

1 of 19 waterfalls near Independence is flowing strongly today

Betseys Rock Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Long Hope Falls Moderate Carter Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Dutch Creek Falls Moderate Laurel Creek Falls Moderate Watauga Falls Moderate Falls of Dismal Barely Flowing Great Falls of Dan Moderate Smith River Falls Moderate Hidden Falls Barely Flowing Lower Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Window Falls Barely Flowing Upper Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Tory Falls Barely Flowing Moravian Falls Barely Flowing Silvervale Falls Low The Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 90°F

Wed 89°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Thu 91°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Fri 90°F Sunny Best
Ind 89°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 86°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 83°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 80°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Flowing best right now near Independence

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 The Falls Strong · 806 cfs 86th percentile
  2. 2 Long Hope Falls Moderate · 118 cfs 38th percentile
  3. 3 Cascade Falls Moderate · 118 cfs 38th percentile
  4. 4 Betseys Rock Falls Moderate · 118 cfs 38th percentile
  5. 5 Dutch Creek Falls Moderate · 47 cfs 37th percentile
  6. 6 Watauga Falls Moderate · 47 cfs 37th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Independence (5 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 waterfall

Carter Falls

24.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

29 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Independence (15 waterfalls)

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

The Falls waterfall

The Falls

40.4 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Gentry Creek Falls waterfall CC

Gentry Creek Falls

39.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Betseys Rock Falls waterfall

Betseys Rock Falls

29.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 20 Waterfalls Near Independence

The Falls waterfall

The Falls

40.4 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

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

Gentry Creek Falls

39.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Betseys Rock Falls waterfall

Betseys Rock Falls

29.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

24.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

29 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

25.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Long Hope Falls waterfall

Long Hope Falls

39.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft

Great Falls of Dan

35.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Dismal waterfall

Falls of Dismal

17.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Smith River Falls waterfall

Smith River Falls

33.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

37.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tory Falls

44.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Lower Cascade Falls waterfall

Lower Cascade Falls

46 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Laurel Creek Falls waterfall

Laurel Creek Falls

42.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Watauga Falls

30.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dutch Creek Falls waterfall

Dutch Creek Falls

43.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Cascade Falls waterfall

Upper Cascade Falls

45 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Window Falls waterfall

Window Falls

45.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 300 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

45.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Independence

Are there free waterfalls near Independence?

There are 15 free waterfalls near Independence, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Independence?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Independence, including Carter Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Independence?

There are 15 dog-friendly waterfalls near Independence, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Independence?

There are 16 kid-friendly waterfalls near Independence, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Independence?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Independence, including Falls of Dismal.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Independence?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Independence?

The tallest waterfall near Independence is Moravian Falls at 35 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Independence?

Yes, 15 waterfalls near Independence have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Independence?

The closest waterfall to Independence is The Falls, approximately 9 miles away.

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