Waterfall Hikes Near Lenoir, NC

18,301 residents
New York Time Zone
29 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lenoir? There are 29 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lenoir. 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 35.9094°N, -81.5249°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lenoir

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

27 of 29 gauged

21 of 27 waterfalls near Lenoir are flowing strongly today

Betseys Rock Falls Roaring Cascade Falls Roaring Long Hope Falls Roaring Big Falls Roaring Dutch Creek Falls Roaring Laurel Creek Falls Roaring Watauga Falls Roaring Blue Sea Falls Strong Crabtree Falls Strong Crystal Falls Strong Falls of Gouges Creek Strong Grassy Creek Falls Strong Mitchell Falls Strong Murphy Falls Strong Roaring Spout Falls Strong Upper Falls Strong Carter Falls Low Little Falls Low Coon Den Falls Moderate Jones Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Douglas Falk Roaring Walker Falls Roaring Linville Falls Strong Moravian Falls Moderate Silvervale Falls Strong Spivey Falls Roaring

Updated 36 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 92°F

Aft 86°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 91°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 92°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 97°F Sunny
Thu 100°F Sunny
Fri 100°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 99°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Lenoir

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Walker Falls Roaring · 6 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Douglas Falk Roaring · 6 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Betseys Rock Falls Roaring · 147 cfs 97th percentile
  4. 4 Long Hope Falls Roaring · 147 cfs 97th percentile
  5. 5 Cascade Falls Roaring · 147 cfs 97th percentile
  6. 6 Spivey Falls Roaring · 271 cfs 94th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lenoir (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.

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

25.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

29 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lenoir (21 waterfalls)

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

Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

37.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Linville Falls waterfall

Linville Falls

30.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 ft
Betseys Rock Falls waterfall

Betseys Rock Falls

29.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 29 Waterfalls Near Lenoir

Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

37.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Linville Falls waterfall

Linville Falls

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

Cascade Falls

25.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

29 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Betseys Rock Falls waterfall

Betseys Rock Falls

29.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

34.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

12.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Long Hope Falls waterfall

Long Hope Falls

39.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 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
Laurel Creek Falls waterfall

Laurel Creek Falls

42.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Watauga Falls

30.8 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

Roaring Spout Falls

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

Big Falls

46.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Jones Falls waterfall

Jones Falls

45.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Twisting Falls waterfall

Twisting Falls

6.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft
Mitchell Falls waterfall

Mitchell Falls

44.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lenoir

Are there free waterfalls near Lenoir?

There are 22 free waterfalls near Lenoir, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lenoir?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Lenoir, including Carter Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lenoir?

There are 21 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lenoir, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lenoir?

There are 21 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lenoir, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Lenoir?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Lenoir, including Laurel Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lenoir?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lenoir is Betseys Rock Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Lenoir?

The tallest waterfall near Lenoir is Linville Falls at 90 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lenoir?

Yes, 29 waterfalls near Lenoir have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lenoir?

The closest waterfall to Lenoir is Silvervale Falls, approximately 9.7 miles away.

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