Waterfall Hikes Near Kings Mountain, NC

11,246 residents
New York Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Kings Mountain earned its name from a Revolutionary War battle, and the waterfalls in range mean a drive west toward the Blue Ridge escarpment. Pearsons Falls near Saluda drops 90 feet at the end of a quarter-mile walk. Bradley Falls is 75 feet after two moderate miles and 300 feet of climb, dogs allowed. Hickorynut Falls at Chimney Rock runs 404 feet on an easy 1.4-mile approach. Rainbow Falls asks the most at 3.9 miles and 700 feet of gain for its 150-foot drop. Seven falls in range, so plan for windshield time.

Located at 35.2349°N, -81.3501°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Kings Mountain

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 7 gauged

7 waterfalls near Kings Mountain have live flow data today

Big Falls Low Bradley Falls Low Hickorynut Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Hendricks Falls Moderate Moravian Falls Moderate Pearsons Falls Low

Updated 22 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 70°F

Fri 84°F Sunny
Sat 61°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Sun 59°F Sunny
Mon 65°F Sunny
Tue 70°F Sunny Best
Wed 72°F Sunny
Thu 72°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Kings Mountain

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Moravian Falls Moderate · 2620 cfs 42nd percentile
  2. 2 Hendricks Falls Moderate · 190 cfs 30th percentile
  3. 3 Bradley Falls Low · 136 cfs 24th percentile
  4. 4 Hickorynut Falls Low · 136 cfs 24th percentile
  5. 5 Pearsons Falls Low · 600 cfs 24th percentile
  6. 6 Rainbow Falls Low · 136 cfs 24th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Kings Mountain (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.

Pearsons Falls waterfall

Pearsons Falls

42.7 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.5 miles 120 ft
Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

48.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

48.3 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles Unknown

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Kings Mountain (3 waterfalls)

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

Bradley Falls waterfall

Bradley Falls

41.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles Unknown

All 7 Waterfalls Near Kings Mountain

Bradley Falls waterfall

Bradley Falls

41.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles Unknown
Pearsons Falls waterfall

Pearsons Falls

42.7 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.5 miles 120 ft
LiDAR terrain view around Hendricks Falls in South Carolina, about 37 feet of drop LiDAR

Hendricks Falls

46 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

47.6 miles away
South Carolina
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

48.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

48.3 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles Unknown
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

48.8 miles away
North Carolina
Unknown
Unknown Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Kings Mountain

Are there free waterfalls near Kings Mountain?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Kings Mountain, including Bradley Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Kings Mountain?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Kings Mountain, including Hickorynut Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Kings Mountain?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Kings Mountain, including Bradley Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Kings Mountain?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Kings Mountain, including Hickorynut Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Kings Mountain?

The shortest waterfall hike near Kings Mountain is Bradley Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Kings Mountain?

The tallest waterfall near Kings Mountain is Hickorynut Falls at 404 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Kings Mountain?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Kings Mountain have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Kings Mountain?

The closest waterfall to Kings Mountain is Bradley Falls, approximately 41.5 miles away.

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