Waterfall Hikes Near Mooresboro, NC

204 residents
New York Time Zone
33 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mooresboro? There are 33 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mooresboro. 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 35.2992°N, -81.6986°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mooresboro

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

33 of 33 gauged

6 of 33 waterfalls near Mooresboro are flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Roaring Big Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Rock Creek Falls Strong Blue Sea Falls Moderate Crabtree Falls Moderate Crystal Falls Moderate Falls of Gouges Creek Moderate Grassy Creek Falls Moderate Mitchell Falls Moderate Murphy Falls Moderate Roaring Spout Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Bradley Falls Moderate Camp Minnehaha Falls Moderate Hickorynut Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Toms Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Glencannon Falls Barely Flowing Douglas Falk Moderate Gordons Mill Falls Roaring Hendricks Falls Strong High Falls Low Hooker Falls Low Pearsons Falls Low Shoal Creek Falls Low Turley Falls Low Triple Falls Low Linville Falls Moderate Pelham Falls Moderate Silvervale Falls Moderate

Updated 26 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 92°F

Tue 92°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 96°F Sunny
Thu 98°F Sunny
Fri 99°F Sunny
Ind 99°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 97°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Mooresboro

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Bead and Lace Falls Roaring · 1180 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Gordons Mill Falls Roaring · 107 cfs 93rd percentile
  3. 3 Big Falls Strong · 28 cfs 82nd percentile
  4. 4 Rock Creek Falls Strong · 28 cfs 82nd percentile
  5. 5 Rainbow Falls Strong · 28 cfs 82nd percentile
  6. 6 Hendricks Falls Strong · 170 cfs 79th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Mooresboro (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.

Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

22.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Pearsons Falls waterfall

Pearsons Falls

45.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 120 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Mooresboro (22 waterfalls)

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

Bradley Falls waterfall

Bradley Falls

49.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

23.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

23.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 33 Waterfalls Near Mooresboro

Bradley Falls waterfall

Bradley Falls

49.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

22.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

23.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
Pearsons Falls waterfall

Pearsons Falls

45.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 120 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

23.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Camp Minnehaha Falls waterfall

Camp Minnehaha Falls

23 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bead and Lace Falls

14.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Toms Falls waterfall

Toms Falls

23.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Turley Falls

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

Big Falls

10.5 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Rock Creek Falls waterfall

Rock Creek Falls

8.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

37.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gordons Mill Falls waterfall

Gordons Mill Falls

32.6 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shoal Creek Falls waterfall

Shoal Creek Falls

13.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Linville Falls waterfall

Linville Falls

30.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 ft

Hendricks Falls

45.2 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

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

Triple Falls

13.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.9 miles 300 ft

Pelham Falls

10.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hooker Falls waterfall

Hooker Falls

13.7 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.9 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mooresboro

Are there free waterfalls near Mooresboro?

There are 20 free waterfalls near Mooresboro, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Mooresboro?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Mooresboro, including Hickorynut Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Mooresboro?

There are 22 dog-friendly waterfalls near Mooresboro, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mooresboro?

There are 21 kid-friendly waterfalls near Mooresboro, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Mooresboro?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Mooresboro, including Hooker Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mooresboro?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Mooresboro?

The tallest waterfall near Mooresboro is Hickorynut Falls at 404 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Mooresboro?

Yes, 33 waterfalls near Mooresboro have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Mooresboro?

The closest waterfall to Mooresboro is Bradley Falls, approximately 26.6 miles away.

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