Waterfall Hikes Near Mooresville, NC

50,025 residents
New York Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mooresville? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mooresville. 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 35.5847°N, -80.8266°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mooresville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

4 waterfalls near Mooresville have live flow data today

Carter Falls Low Little Falls Low Great Falls Barely Flowing Moravian Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 92°F

Mon 91°F Sunny
Tue 92°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 97°F Sunny
Thu 99°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

Flowing best right now near Mooresville

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Moravian Falls Moderate · 343 cfs 39th percentile
  2. 2 Carter Falls Low · 505 cfs 20th percentile
  3. 3 Little Falls Low · 505 cfs 20th percentile
  4. 4 Great Falls Barely Flowing · 0 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Mooresville (2 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.

Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

24.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

29 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Mooresville

Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

24.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

40.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

29 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

31.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mooresville

Are there free waterfalls near Mooresville?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Mooresville, including Carter Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Mooresville?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Mooresville, including Carter Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Mooresville?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Mooresville, including Carter Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mooresville?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Mooresville, including Carter Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mooresville?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Mooresville?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Mooresville?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Mooresville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Mooresville?

The closest waterfall to Mooresville is Carter Falls, approximately 36.8 miles away.

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