Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Lure, NC

1,575 residents
New_York Time Zone
70 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lake Lure? There are 70 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lake Lure. 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 35.4404°N, -82.2065°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lake Lure

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

69 of 70 gauged

69 waterfalls near Lake Lure have live flow data today

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Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 72°F

Thu 72°F Sunny Best
Fri 81°F Sunny
Sat 87°F Sunny
Sun 87°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 88°F Sunny
Tue 87°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 86°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Lure (15 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.

Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

4.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lake Lure (52 waterfalls)

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

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

5.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

5.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bead and Lace Falls

2.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Toms Falls waterfall

Toms Falls

5.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 70 Waterfalls Near Lake Lure

Whitewater Falls waterfall

Whitewater Falls

34.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 200 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

26.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Buckeye Falls

Tennessee
Hard
8.0 miles 2 ft
Schoolhouse Falls waterfall

Schoolhouse Falls

8.7 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
2.5 miles 200 ft

Slatten Falls

3.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twisting Falls waterfall

Twisting Falls

24.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

38.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
Windy Falls waterfall

Windy Falls

9.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Onion Cliff Falls waterfall

Onion Cliff Falls

3.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft

Maidenhair Falls

3.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lake Lure

Are there free waterfalls near Lake Lure?

There are 44 free waterfalls near Lake Lure, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lake Lure?

There are 15 easy waterfall hikes near Lake Lure, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lake Lure?

There are 52 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lake Lure, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Lure?

There are 48 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Lure, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Lake Lure?

There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near Lake Lure, including Courthouse Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lake Lure?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lake Lure is Bead and Lace Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Lake Lure?

The tallest waterfall near Lake Lure is Buckeye Falls at 475 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lake Lure?

Yes, 67 waterfalls near Lake Lure have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lake Lure?

The closest waterfall to Lake Lure is Rainbow Falls, approximately 2.5 miles away.

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