Waterfall Hikes Near Lawndale, NC

599 residents
New York Time Zone
24 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lawndale? There are 24 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lawndale. 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 35.4142°N, -81.5630°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lawndale

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

24 of 24 gauged

1 of 24 waterfalls near Lawndale is flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Moderate Big Falls Roaring Blue Sea Falls Moderate Crabtree Falls Moderate Crystal Falls Moderate Falls of Gouges Creek Moderate Grassy Creek Falls Moderate Mitchell Falls Moderate Murphy Falls Moderate Roaring Spout Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Bradley Falls Moderate Camp Minnehaha Falls Moderate Hickorynut Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Toms Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Douglas Falk Moderate Dutch Creek Falls Moderate Linville Falls Moderate Moravian Falls Barely Flowing Pearsons Falls Low Turley Falls Low Silvervale Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 94°F

Tue 94°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 97°F Sunny
Thu 100°F Sunny
Fri 101°F Sunny
Ind 101°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 99°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 96°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Lawndale

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Big Falls Roaring · 30 cfs 90th percentile
  2. 2 Linville Falls Strong · 52 cfs 80th percentile
  3. 3 The Cascades Moderate · 47 cfs 62nd percentile
  4. 4 Toms Falls Moderate · 47 cfs 62nd percentile
  5. 5 Rainbow Falls Moderate · 47 cfs 62nd percentile
  6. 6 Hickorynut Falls Moderate · 47 cfs 62nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lawndale (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.

Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

22.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lawndale (15 waterfalls)

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

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

23.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

37.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

23.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bead and Lace Falls

14.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 24 Waterfalls Near Lawndale

Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

22.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

23.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

37.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

23.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Camp Minnehaha Falls waterfall

Camp Minnehaha Falls

23 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bead and Lace Falls

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

Toms Falls

23.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bradley Falls waterfall

Bradley Falls

49.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Linville Falls waterfall

Linville Falls

30.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 ft
Pearsons Falls waterfall

Pearsons Falls

45.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 120 ft
Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

12.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

13.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft

Turley Falls

15.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

34.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

14.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Murphy Falls

42.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 300 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek

43.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Dutch Creek Falls waterfall

Dutch Creek Falls

43.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

10.5 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Mitchell Falls waterfall

Mitchell Falls

44.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lawndale

Are there free waterfalls near Lawndale?

There are 15 free waterfalls near Lawndale, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lawndale?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lawndale?

There are 15 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lawndale, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lawndale?

There are 15 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lawndale, including Bead and Lace Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lawndale?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Lawndale?

The tallest waterfall near Lawndale is Hickorynut Falls at 404 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lawndale?

Yes, 24 waterfalls near Lawndale have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lawndale?

The closest waterfall to Lawndale is Hickorynut Falls, approximately 30.4 miles away.

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