Waterfall Hikes Near Maggie Valley, NC

2,195 residents
New York Time Zone
96 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Maggie Valley? There are 96 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Maggie Valley. 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 35.5241°N, -83.0636°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Maggie Valley

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

96 of 96 gauged

33 of 96 waterfalls near Maggie Valley are flowing strongly today

Abrams Falls Moderate Bead and Lace Falls Moderate Bemis Camp Falls Strong Santeetlah Bluff Falls Strong Stewart Falls Strong Berties Falls Moderate Betsy Falls Strong Fairfield Falls Strong High Falls Strong Maidenhair Falls Strong Onion Cliff Falls Strong Onion Falls Strong Slatten Falls Strong Twin Falls Strong Thurston Hatcher Falls Strong Big Bend Falls Strong Kings Creek Falls Strong Spoonauger Falls Strong Big Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Rock Creek Falls Moderate Bird Rock Falls Strong Catheys Creek Falls Strong Connestee Falls Strong Dismal Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Schoolhouse Falls Strong Windy Falls Strong Whitewater Falls Strong Upper Falls Strong Toxaway Falls Strong Blue Sea Falls Moderate Mitchell Falls Moderate Bradley Falls Strong Camp Minnehaha Falls Strong Hickorynut Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Toms Falls Strong The Cascades Strong Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Glencannon Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Laughing Falls Moderate Looking Glass Falls Moderate Maidenhair Falls Moderate Slick Rock Falls Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Burningtown Falls Moderate Cullasaja Falls Moderate Dry Falls Moderate Glen Falls Moderate Highlands Falls Moderate Satulah Falls Moderate Buckeye Falls Barely Flowing Clearwater Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Reedy Cove Falls Moderate Courthouse Falls Moderate Dill Falls Moderate Lower Vernal Falls Moderate Second Falls Moderate Yellowstone Falls Moderate Woodfin Falls Moderate Upper Vernal Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Douglas Falk Barely Flowing Walker Falls Barely Flowing Estatoah Falls Moderate Timpson Falls Moderate Flat Creek Falls Low Grotto Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Ramsey Cascades Barely Flowing Wilson Falls Barely Flowing Hidden Falls Moderate Isaqueena Falls Moderate Sids Falls Moderate High Falls Strong High Falls Moderate Hooker Falls Moderate Pearsons Falls Moderate Shoal Creek Falls Moderate Turley Falls Moderate Triple Falls Moderate Kennedy Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Queens Falls Moderate Little Creek Falls Moderate Mingo Falls Moderate Mouse Creek Falls Moderate Raven Cliff Falls Moderate Slicking Falls Roaring Stekoa Falls Low Soco Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 79°F

Wed 79°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms Best
Thu 80°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Fri 81°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 82°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 83°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 82°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Maggie Valley

Updated 36 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Slicking Falls Roaring · 4 cfs 90th percentile
  2. 2 Bemis Camp Falls Strong · 477 cfs 86th percentile
  3. 3 Santeetlah Bluff Falls Strong · 477 cfs 86th percentile
  4. 4 Stewart Falls Strong · 477 cfs 86th percentile
  5. 5 Rainbow Falls Strong · 180 cfs 80th percentile
  6. 6 Schoolhouse Falls Strong · 180 cfs 80th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Maggie Valley (19 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.

49.1 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Maggie Valley (62 waterfalls)

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

33.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
42.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
0.4 miles 160 ft
28.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.2 miles 600 ft

All 96 Waterfalls Near Maggie Valley

10.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
40.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
31.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
31.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
2.5 miles 200 ft
31.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
31 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
8.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
30.4 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
28.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
8 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
29.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.6 miles 585 ft
29.3 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
5.4 miles 800 ft
26.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft
26.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
26.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
47.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
25.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
5.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
45.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
49.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Maggie Valley

Are there free waterfalls near Maggie Valley?

There are 59 free waterfalls near Maggie Valley, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Maggie Valley?

There are 19 easy waterfall hikes near Maggie Valley, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Maggie Valley?

There are 62 dog-friendly waterfalls near Maggie Valley, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Maggie Valley?

There are 64 kid-friendly waterfalls near Maggie Valley, including Abrams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Maggie Valley?

There are 6 waterfalls that allow swimming near Maggie Valley, including Courthouse Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Maggie Valley?

The shortest waterfall hike near Maggie Valley is Abrams Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Maggie Valley?

The tallest waterfall near Maggie Valley is Buckeye Falls at 475 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Maggie Valley?

Yes, 96 waterfalls near Maggie Valley have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Maggie Valley?

The closest waterfall to Maggie Valley is Woodfin Falls, approximately 5.2 miles away.

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