Waterfall Hikes Near Lexington, NC

19,595 residents
New York Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lexington? There are 8 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lexington. These trails range from easy to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 35.8018°N, -80.2682°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lexington

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 8 gauged

8 waterfalls near Lexington have live flow data today

Carter Falls Low Great Falls Barely Flowing Hidden Falls Low Lower Cascade Falls Low Window Falls Low Upper Cascade Falls Low Tory Falls Low Smith River Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 72°F

Aft 73°F Sunny
Fri 68°F Sunny
Sat 65°F Sunny
Sun 67°F Sunny
Mon 69°F Sunny
Tue 72°F Sunny Best
Wed 71°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Lexington

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Smith River Falls Low · 28 cfs 15th percentile
  2. 2 Hidden Falls Low · 98 cfs 12th percentile
  3. 3 Lower Cascade Falls Low · 98 cfs 12th percentile
  4. 4 Window Falls Low · 98 cfs 12th percentile
  5. 5 Upper Cascade Falls Low · 98 cfs 12th percentile
  6. 6 Tory Falls Low · 98 cfs 12th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lexington (5 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.

Upper Cascade Falls waterfall

Upper Cascade Falls

29.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.4 miles Unknown
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

29.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles Unknown
Lower Cascade Falls waterfall

Lower Cascade Falls

30 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
LiDAR terrain view around Tory Falls in North Carolina, about 71 feet of drop LiDAR

Tory Falls

30.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lexington (6 waterfalls)

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

Window Falls waterfall

Window Falls

29.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 300 ft

All 8 Waterfalls Near Lexington

Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

25.1 miles away
North Carolina
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Upper Cascade Falls waterfall

Upper Cascade Falls

29.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.4 miles Unknown
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

29.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles Unknown
Window Falls waterfall

Window Falls

29.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 300 ft
Lower Cascade Falls waterfall

Lower Cascade Falls

30 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
LiDAR terrain view around Tory Falls in North Carolina, about 71 feet of drop LiDAR

Tory Falls

30.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Smith River Falls waterfall

Smith River Falls

48.1 miles away
Virginia
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

49.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lexington

Are there free waterfalls near Lexington?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Lexington, including Carter Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lexington?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Lexington, including Carter Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lexington?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lexington, including Carter Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lexington?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lexington, including Carter Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lexington?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lexington is Carter Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Lexington?

The tallest waterfall near Lexington is Lower Cascade Falls at 35 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lexington?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Lexington have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lexington?

The closest waterfall to Lexington is Great Falls, approximately 25.1 miles away.

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