Waterfall Hikes Near Moravian Falls, NC

1,023 residents

New_York Time Zone

20 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Moravian Falls? There are 20 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Moravian Falls. 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 36.1073°N, -81.1807°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Moravian Falls

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

18 of 20 gauged

1 of 18 waterfalls near Moravian Falls is flowing strongly today

Betseys Rock Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Long Hope Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Barely Flowing Dutch Creek Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Creek Falls Barely Flowing Watauga Falls Barely Flowing Carter Falls Low Little Falls Low Coon Den Falls Moderate Jones Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Crystal Falls Barely Flowing Falls of Gouges Creek Barely Flowing Linville Falls Barely Flowing Moravian Falls Moderate Silvervale Falls Barely Flowing The Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 68°F

Thu 68°F Sunny Best

Fri 78°F Sunny

Sat 86°F Mostly Sunny

Sun 91°F Mostly Sunny

Mon 92°F Sunny

Tue 92°F Sunny

Wed 91°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Moravian Falls (3 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.

Moravian Falls

48.9 miles away

North Carolina

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Cascade Falls

47.4 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

0.8 miles 100 ft

Carter Falls

42.1 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Moravian Falls (15 waterfalls)

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

Betseys Rock Falls

47.2 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Silvervale Falls

33.7 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 20 Waterfalls Near Moravian Falls

Moravian Falls

48.9 miles away

North Carolina

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Betseys Rock Falls

47.2 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Cascade Falls

47.4 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

0.8 miles 100 ft

Little Falls

40.3 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Silvervale Falls

33.7 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Carter Falls

42.1 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

1.5 miles 200 ft

Dutch Creek Falls

34.4 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Long Hope Falls

20.6 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

4.5 miles 800 ft

Laurel Creek Falls

28.5 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

The Falls

39.3 miles away

Virginia

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Watauga Falls

28.4 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Big Falls

26.2 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Jones Falls

25.5 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

3.0 miles 300 ft

Linville Falls

12.7 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

1.6 miles 250 ft

Twisting Falls

24.4 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

1.5 miles 400 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek

34.4 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Gentry Creek Falls

34.6 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

4.5 miles 500 ft

Coon Den Falls

17.2 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.6 miles 500 ft

Laurel Falls

15.6 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.3 miles 300 ft

Crystal Falls

26.3 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Moravian Falls

Are there free waterfalls near Moravian Falls?

There are 15 free waterfalls near Moravian Falls, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Moravian Falls?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Moravian Falls, including Carter Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Moravian Falls?

There are 15 dog-friendly waterfalls near Moravian Falls, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Moravian Falls?

There are 15 kid-friendly waterfalls near Moravian Falls, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Moravian Falls?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Moravian Falls, including Laurel Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Moravian Falls?

The shortest waterfall hike near Moravian Falls is Betseys Rock Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Moravian Falls?

The tallest waterfall near Moravian Falls is Linville Falls at 90 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Moravian Falls?

Yes, 20 waterfalls near Moravian Falls have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Moravian Falls?

The closest waterfall to Moravian Falls is Moravian Falls, approximately 1.4 miles away.

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