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

33 waterfalls near Mooresboro have live flow data today

Bead and Lace Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Rock Creek 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 Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Glencannon Falls Barely Flowing Douglas Falk Barely Flowing Gordons Mill Falls Barely Flowing Hendricks Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Hooker Falls Barely Flowing Pearsons Falls Barely Flowing Shoal Creek Falls Barely Flowing Turley Falls Barely Flowing Triple Falls Barely Flowing Linville Falls Barely Flowing Pelham Falls Barely Flowing Silvervale Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 73°F

Thu 73°F Sunny Best
Fri 77°F Sunny
Sat 85°F Sunny
Sun 85°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 86°F Sunny
Tue 85°F Sunny
Wed 85°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Know when to go.

Get a free email alert when waterfalls near Mooresboro hit peak flow. We only send when conditions are worth the trip — no weekly newsletters, no spam.

Find waterfalls to hike near Mooresboro

Have your own travel site? Embed these waterfalls for free.

🚗 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

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

Pearsons Falls

18.2 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

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

Rainbow Falls

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

The Cascades

5.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 33 Waterfalls Near Mooresboro

High Falls waterfall

High Falls

34.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

36.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

33.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.4 miles 300 ft
Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

26.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

41.5 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

30.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Murphy Falls

30.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 300 ft

Glencannon Falls

34 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek

34.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Mitchell Falls waterfall

Mitchell Falls

42.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Roaring Spout Falls

42.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Blue Sea Falls waterfall

Blue Sea Falls

33 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Douglas Falk

31.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mooresboro

Are there free waterfalls near Mooresboro?

There are 18 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 0.25 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.

🏙️ Other Cities Near Mooresboro With Waterfalls

Shelby, NC
21,712 residents
Gaffney, SC
12,651 residents
Kings Mountain, NC
11,246 residents
Morganton, NC
17,457 residents
Gastonia, NC
178,220 residents
Boiling Springs, SC
11,191 residents
Spartanburg, SC
200,000 residents
Lincolnton, NC
11,225 residents
Mount Holly, NC
17,644 residents
Belmont, NC
14,842 residents
Hendersonville, NC
15,102 residents
Lake Wylie, SC
14,382 residents

Where to Stay

Hotels & Lodges Booking.com

Find hotels, lodges, and B&Bs near the trailhead
Cabins & Rentals VRBO

Browse vacation cabins and private rentals nearby
Glamping Hipcamp

Unique outdoor stays — tents, yurts, and treehouses
RV Rentals Outdoorsy

Rent a campervan or RV for your waterfall road trip

Some links are affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.