Waterfall Hikes Near King, NC

7,210 residents
New York Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near King? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of King. 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 36.2769°N, -80.3566°W

Map of Waterfalls Near King

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 11 gauged

8 of 11 waterfalls near King are flowing strongly today

Carter Falls Moderate Little Falls Moderate Great Falls of Dan Strong White Falls Strong Smith River Falls Strong Hidden Falls Strong Lower Cascade Falls Strong Window Falls Strong Upper Cascade Falls Strong Tory Falls Strong Moravian Falls Low

Updated 34 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 96°F

Aft 86°F Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 88°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 92°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 96°F Sunny Best
Thu 99°F Sunny
Fri 98°F Sunny
Ind 99°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near King

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Hidden Falls Strong · 59 cfs 88th percentile
  2. 2 Lower Cascade Falls Strong · 59 cfs 88th percentile
  3. 3 Window Falls Strong · 59 cfs 88th percentile
  4. 4 Upper Cascade Falls Strong · 59 cfs 88th percentile
  5. 5 Tory Falls Strong · 59 cfs 88th percentile
  6. 6 Great Falls of Dan Strong · 8 cfs 84th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near King (4 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.

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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around King (7 waterfalls)

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

Upper Cascade Falls waterfall

Upper Cascade Falls

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

Hidden Falls

45.6 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

All 11 Waterfalls Near King

Tory Falls

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

Upper Cascade Falls

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

Hidden Falls

45.6 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
Lower Cascade Falls waterfall

Lower Cascade Falls

46 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Smith River Falls waterfall

Smith River Falls

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

Carter Falls

24.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Great Falls of Dan

35.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

31.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
White Falls waterfall

White Falls

40.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

29 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near King

Are there free waterfalls near King?

There are 8 free waterfalls near King, including Carter Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near King?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near King, including Carter Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in King?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near King, including Carter Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near King?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near King, including Carter Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near King?

The shortest waterfall hike near King is Carter Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near King?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around King?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near King have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to King?

The closest waterfall to King is Tory Falls, approximately 8.6 miles away.

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