Waterfall Hikes Near Lowgap, NC

188 residents
New York Time Zone
18 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lowgap? There are 18 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lowgap. 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 36.5231°N, -80.8671°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lowgap

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

17 of 18 gauged

6 of 17 waterfalls near Lowgap are flowing strongly today

Betseys Rock Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Long Hope Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Roaring Carter Falls Low Little Falls Low Falls of Dismal Low Great Falls of Dan Moderate White Falls Moderate Smith River Falls Moderate Hidden Falls Roaring Lower Cascade Falls Roaring Window Falls Roaring Upper Cascade Falls Roaring Tory Falls Roaring Moravian Falls Low The Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 26 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 95°F

Aft 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 86°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 90°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 92°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Wed 95°F Sunny Best
Thu 98°F Sunny
Fri 96°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Lowgap

Updated 41 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Big Falls Roaring · 47 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Tory Falls Roaring · 57 cfs 93rd percentile
  3. 3 Hidden Falls Roaring · 57 cfs 93rd percentile
  4. 4 Upper Cascade Falls Roaring · 57 cfs 93rd percentile
  5. 5 Lower Cascade Falls Roaring · 57 cfs 93rd percentile
  6. 6 Window Falls Roaring · 57 cfs 93rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lowgap (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.

Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

24.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Tory Falls

44.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Lower Cascade Falls waterfall

Lower Cascade Falls

46 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lowgap (13 waterfalls)

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

The Falls waterfall

The Falls

40.4 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Great Falls of Dan

35.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 18 Waterfalls Near Lowgap

Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

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

Little Falls

31.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

40.4 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Great Falls of Dan

35.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tory Falls

44.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Lower Cascade Falls waterfall

Lower Cascade Falls

46 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Upper Cascade Falls waterfall

Upper Cascade Falls

45 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Window Falls waterfall

Window Falls

45.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 300 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

45.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Smith River Falls waterfall

Smith River Falls

33.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Dismal waterfall

Falls of Dismal

17.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Betseys Rock Falls waterfall

Betseys Rock Falls

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

Moravian Falls

29 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Gentry Creek Falls waterfall CC

Gentry Creek Falls

39.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

25.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Long Hope Falls waterfall

Long Hope Falls

39.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
White Falls waterfall

White Falls

40.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

7.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lowgap

Are there free waterfalls near Lowgap?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Lowgap, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lowgap?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lowgap?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lowgap, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lowgap?

There are 14 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lowgap, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Lowgap?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Lowgap, including Falls of Dismal.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lowgap?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Lowgap?

The tallest waterfall near Lowgap is Moravian Falls at 35 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lowgap?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Lowgap have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lowgap?

The closest waterfall to Lowgap is Carter Falls, approximately 12.2 miles away.

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