Waterfall Hikes Near Matthews, NC

29,613 residents
New York Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Three falls turn up within fifty miles of Matthews, standard for the Charlotte suburbs. Cedar Falls is the quick one, half a mile out and back with the dog. Great Falls of the Catawba lie south across the state line, where two miles of trail follow the river's rocky channels. The plain Great Falls entry offers a name and nothing more. For taller water, the Blue Ridge starts about two hours west, and that is where a full waterfall day belongs.

Located at 35.1195°N, -80.7101°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Matthews

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

3 waterfalls near Matthews have live flow data today

Great Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 90°F

Tod 94°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 88°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 89°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 91°F Sunny
Tue 88°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 89°F Sunny
Thu 90°F Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Matthews

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Great Falls Low ยท 0 cfs 12th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Matthews (1 waterfall)

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

Cedar Falls waterfall

Cedar Falls

South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 3 Waterfalls Near Matthews

Cedar Falls waterfall

Cedar Falls

South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls of Catawba waterfall

Great Falls of Catawba

South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

45.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Matthews

Are there free waterfalls near Matthews?

There is 1 free waterfall near Matthews, including Cedar Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Matthews?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Matthews, including Cedar Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Matthews?

There is 1 kid-friendly waterfall near Matthews, including Cedar Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Matthews?

The shortest waterfall hike near Matthews is Cedar Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Matthews?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Matthews has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Matthews?

The closest waterfall to Matthews is Cedar Falls, approximately 29.3 miles away.

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