Waterfall Hikes Near Light Oak, NC

677 residents
New York Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Light Oak? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Light Oak. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 35.2867°N, -81.4775°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Light Oak

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

7 of 15 waterfalls near Light Oak are flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Moderate Big Falls Moderate Rock Creek Falls Moderate Bradley Falls Strong Camp Minnehaha Falls Strong Hickorynut Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Toms Falls Strong The Cascades Strong Cascade Falls Moderate Gordons Mill Falls Moderate Hendricks Falls Strong Pearsons Falls Moderate Turley Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 90°F

Wed 84°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 86°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 87°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 88°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 89°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 90°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 91°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Light Oak

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Hendricks Falls Strong · 282 cfs 89th percentile
  2. 2 Bradley Falls Strong · 75 cfs 76th percentile
  3. 3 Camp Minnehaha Falls Strong · 75 cfs 76th percentile
  4. 4 Hickorynut Falls Strong · 75 cfs 76th percentile
  5. 5 Rainbow Falls Strong · 75 cfs 76th percentile
  6. 6 Toms Falls Strong · 75 cfs 76th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Light Oak (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.

Pearsons Falls waterfall

Pearsons Falls

39.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 120 ft
Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

11.7 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Light Oak (10 waterfalls)

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

Bradley Falls waterfall

Bradley Falls

39.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

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

Silvervale Falls

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

The Cascades

9.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Light Oak

Bradley Falls waterfall

Bradley Falls

39.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Pearsons Falls waterfall

Pearsons Falls

39.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 120 ft
Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

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

Silvervale Falls

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

The Cascades

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

Camp Minnehaha Falls

9.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hendricks Falls

33.3 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft

Bead and Lace Falls

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

Toms Falls

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

Big Falls

39 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Turley Falls

29.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rock Creek Falls waterfall

Rock Creek Falls

45.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

35.3 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Gordons Mill Falls waterfall

Gordons Mill Falls

44.9 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Light Oak

Are there free waterfalls near Light Oak?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Light Oak, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Light Oak?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Light Oak, including Cascade Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Light Oak?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Light Oak, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Light Oak?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Light Oak, including Bead and Lace Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Light Oak?

The shortest waterfall hike near Light Oak is Bead and Lace Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Light Oak?

The tallest waterfall near Light Oak is Hickorynut Falls at 404 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Light Oak?

Yes, 15 waterfalls near Light Oak have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Light Oak?

The closest waterfall to Light Oak is Bradley Falls, approximately 35.3 miles away.

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