Waterfall Hikes Near Midway, NC

4,773 residents
New York Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Midway? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Midway. 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 35.9751°N, -80.2204°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Midway

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 11 gauged

10 of 11 waterfalls near Midway are flowing strongly today

Carter Falls Roaring Great Falls Moderate Great Falls of Dan Strong White Falls Strong Smith River Falls Strong Hidden Falls Strong Lower Cascade Falls Strong Window Falls Strong Upper Cascade Falls Strong Tory Falls Strong Moravian Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 90°F

Wed 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 86°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 86°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 87°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 88°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 89°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Tue 90°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Midway

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Carter Falls Roaring · 2230 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Moravian Falls Roaring · 1830 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Hidden Falls Strong · 364 cfs 81st percentile
  4. 4 Lower Cascade Falls Strong · 364 cfs 81st percentile
  5. 5 Window Falls Strong · 364 cfs 81st percentile
  6. 6 Upper Cascade Falls Strong · 364 cfs 81st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Midway (4 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.

Lower Cascade Falls waterfall

Lower Cascade Falls

29.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

Tory Falls

31.7 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Midway (7 waterfalls)

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

Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

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

Window Falls

30.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 300 ft
Upper Cascade Falls waterfall

Upper Cascade Falls

30.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 11 Waterfalls Near Midway

Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

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

Window Falls

30.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 300 ft
Upper Cascade Falls waterfall

Upper Cascade Falls

30.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Cascade Falls waterfall

Lower Cascade Falls

29.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

Tory Falls

31.7 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

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

Smith River Falls

17.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

42.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Great Falls of Dan

23.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
White Falls waterfall

White Falls

36.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

42.6 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Midway

Are there free waterfalls near Midway?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Midway, including Carter Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Midway?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Midway, including Carter Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Midway?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Midway, including Carter Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Midway?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Midway, including Carter Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Midway?

The shortest waterfall hike near Midway is Carter Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Midway?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Midway?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Midway have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Midway?

The closest waterfall to Midway is Hidden Falls, approximately 22.4 miles away.

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