Waterfall Hikes Near Marion, NC

7,652 residents
New York Time Zone
43 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Marion? There are 43 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Marion. 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 35.6777°N, -82.0017°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Marion

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

42 of 43 gauged

2 of 42 waterfalls near Marion are flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Moderate Big Falls Moderate Rock Creek Falls Moderate Big Falls Barely Flowing Dutch Creek Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Creek Falls Barely Flowing Watauga Falls Barely Flowing Blue Sea Falls Barely Flowing Crabtree Falls Barely Flowing Crystal Falls Barely Flowing Falls of Gouges Creek Barely Flowing Grassy Creek Falls Barely Flowing Mitchell Falls Barely Flowing Murphy Falls Barely Flowing Roaring Spout Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Bradley Falls Barely Flowing Camp Minnehaha Falls Barely Flowing Hickorynut Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Toms Falls Barely Flowing The Cascades Barely Flowing Buckeye Falls Moderate Spivey Falls Moderate Coon Den Falls Moderate Jones Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Douglas Falk Barely Flowing Walker Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Strong Laughing Falls Strong High Falls Moderate Hooker Falls Moderate Pearsons Falls Moderate Shoal Creek Falls Moderate Turley Falls Moderate Triple Falls Moderate Linville Falls Low Long Hope Falls Barely Flowing Pelham Falls Barely Flowing Reems Creek Falls Barely Flowing Silvervale Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 97°F

Tod 95°F Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 95°F Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 97°F Sunny Best
Tue 92°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 92°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 94°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Marion

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Laughing Falls Strong · 84 cfs 86th percentile
  2. 2 High Falls Strong · 84 cfs 86th percentile
  3. 3 Laurel Falls Moderate · 1260 cfs 72nd percentile
  4. 4 Jones Falls Moderate · 1260 cfs 72nd percentile
  5. 5 Coon Den Falls Moderate · 1260 cfs 72nd percentile
  6. 6 Big Falls Moderate · 33 cfs 71st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Marion (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Marion (32 waterfalls)

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

Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

31 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

30.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

40.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Murphy Falls

40.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 300 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek

37.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 43 Waterfalls Near Marion

Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

19.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Twisting Falls waterfall

Twisting Falls

17.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft
Bradley Falls waterfall

Bradley Falls

31.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Coon Den Falls

5.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.6 miles 500 ft
Dutch Creek Falls waterfall

Dutch Creek Falls

38 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Watauga Falls

44 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Creek Falls waterfall

Laurel Creek Falls

20.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

24.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft
Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

42.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pearsons Falls waterfall

Pearsons Falls

31 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 120 ft
Spivey Falls waterfall

Spivey Falls

39.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Turley Falls

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

Big Falls

30.8 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Buckeye Falls

47.2 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.0 miles 2 ft
Rock Creek Falls waterfall

Rock Creek Falls

37.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

13.7 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Shoal Creek Falls waterfall

Shoal Creek Falls

13.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laughing Falls waterfall

Laughing Falls

15.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Triple Falls waterfall

Triple Falls

16.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.9 miles 300 ft

Pelham Falls

8.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Marion

Are there free waterfalls near Marion?

There are 30 free waterfalls near Marion, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Marion?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Marion, including Hickorynut Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Marion?

There are 32 dog-friendly waterfalls near Marion, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Marion?

There are 30 kid-friendly waterfalls near Marion, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Marion?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Marion, including Hooker Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Marion?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Marion?

The tallest waterfall near Marion is Buckeye Falls at 475 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Marion?

Yes, 43 waterfalls near Marion have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Marion?

The closest waterfall to Marion is Grassy Creek Falls, approximately 12.3 miles away.

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