Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Norman of Catawba, NC

12,526 residents
New York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lake Norman of Catawba? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lake Norman of Catawba. 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 35.5995°N, -80.9840°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lake Norman of Catawba

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

5 waterfalls near Lake Norman of Catawba have live flow data today

Carter Falls Moderate Little Falls Moderate Great Falls Low Moravian Falls Barely Flowing Silvervale Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 93°F

Tod 93°F Mostly Sunny then Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 95°F Areas Of Fog then Sunny
Mon 96°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 92°F Sunny
Wed 93°F Sunny Best
Thu 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 88°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Lake Norman of Catawba

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Silvervale Falls Moderate · 28 cfs 67th percentile
  2. 2 Carter Falls Moderate · 745 cfs 49th percentile
  3. 3 Little Falls Moderate · 745 cfs 49th percentile
  4. 4 Great Falls Low · 0 cfs 22nd percentile
  5. 5 Moravian Falls Barely Flowing · 396 cfs 3rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Norman of Catawba (2 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.

Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

46.4 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

45.3 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lake Norman of Catawba (2 waterfalls)

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

Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

42.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Lake Norman of Catawba

Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

46.4 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

45.3 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

10.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

18.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

42.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lake Norman of Catawba

Are there free waterfalls near Lake Norman of Catawba?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Lake Norman of Catawba, including Carter Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lake Norman of Catawba?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Lake Norman of Catawba, including Carter Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lake Norman of Catawba?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lake Norman of Catawba, including Carter Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Norman of Catawba?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Norman of Catawba, including Carter Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lake Norman of Catawba?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lake Norman of Catawba is Carter Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Lake Norman of Catawba?

The tallest waterfall near Lake Norman of Catawba is Moravian Falls at 35 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lake Norman of Catawba?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Lake Norman of Catawba have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lake Norman of Catawba?

The closest waterfall to Lake Norman of Catawba is Moravian Falls, approximately 32.5 miles away.

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