Waterfall Hikes Near Jefferson, NC
within 50 miles
Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Jefferson? Luckily, there are 32 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Jefferson, 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 Jefferson
Find waterfalls to hike near Jefferson
🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Jefferson (8 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
15.1 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.8 miles
Elevation Gain: 100 ft

Silvervale Falls
17 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.1 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Jefferson (22 waterfalls)
Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Cascade Falls
15.1 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.8 miles
Elevation Gain: 100 ft

Long Hope Falls
32.8 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 800 ft

Betseys Rock Falls
18.3 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Gentry Creek Falls
44.7 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft

Silvervale Falls
17 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.1 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
All Hiking Trails Near Jefferson With Waterfalls

Cascade Falls
15.1 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.8 miles
Elevation Gain: 100 ft

Long Hope Falls
32.8 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 800 ft

Betseys Rock Falls
18.3 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Gentry Creek Falls
44.7 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft

Little Falls
39.3 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Silvervale Falls
17 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.1 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Laurel Creek Falls
35.5 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Watauga Falls
14.6 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Dutch Creek Falls
20.6 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Moravian Falls
18.3 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Drive Up
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Twisting Falls
35.9 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft

Carter Falls
21.4 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft

Big Falls
34.1 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

The Falls
23.6 miles awayVirginia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Jones Falls
37.6 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Laurel Falls
22.8 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Coon Den Falls
21.2 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft

Linville Falls
12.7 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 250 ft

Virginia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 5.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 675 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek
44 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft