Waterfall Hikes Near Morganton, NC

17,457 residents
New York Time Zone
34 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Morganton? There are 34 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Morganton. 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 35.7408°N, -81.7002°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Morganton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

33 of 34 gauged

22 of 33 waterfalls near Morganton are flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Moderate Betseys Rock Falls Roaring Cascade Falls Roaring Long Hope Falls Roaring Big Falls Roaring Dutch Creek Falls Roaring Laurel Creek Falls Roaring Watauga Falls Roaring Blue Sea Falls Strong Crabtree Falls Strong Crystal Falls Strong Falls of Gouges Creek Strong Grassy Creek Falls Strong Mitchell Falls Strong Murphy Falls Strong Roaring Spout Falls Strong Upper Falls Strong Bradley Falls Moderate Camp Minnehaha Falls Moderate Hickorynut Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Toms Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Coon Den Falls Moderate Jones Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Douglas Falk Roaring Walker Falls Roaring Linville Falls Strong Moravian Falls Moderate Reems Creek Falls Strong Silvervale Falls Strong Spivey Falls Roaring

Updated 42 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 93°F

Aft 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 92°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 93°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 97°F Sunny
Thu 100°F Sunny
Fri 100°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 99°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Morganton

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Walker Falls Roaring · 6 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Douglas Falk Roaring · 6 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Spivey Falls Roaring · 351 cfs 98th percentile
  4. 4 Betseys Rock Falls Roaring · 147 cfs 97th percentile
  5. 5 Long Hope Falls Roaring · 147 cfs 97th percentile
  6. 6 Cascade Falls Roaring · 147 cfs 97th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Morganton (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Morganton (26 waterfalls)

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

Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

37.2 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
Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

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

Upper Falls

13.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

14.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

All 34 Waterfalls Near Morganton

Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

37.2 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
Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

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

Upper Falls

13.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft
Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

34.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

14.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Murphy Falls

42.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 300 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek

43.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Dutch Creek Falls waterfall

Dutch Creek Falls

43.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mitchell Falls waterfall

Mitchell Falls

44.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Roaring Spout Falls

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

Blue Sea Falls

30.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Walker Falls waterfall

Walker Falls

31.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Douglas Falk

34.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Creek Falls waterfall

Laurel Creek Falls

42.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Watauga Falls

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

Big Falls

46.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Long Hope Falls waterfall

Long Hope Falls

39.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Jones Falls waterfall

Jones Falls

45.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

25.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Morganton

Are there free waterfalls near Morganton?

There are 27 free waterfalls near Morganton, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Morganton?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Morganton, including Cascade Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Morganton?

There are 26 dog-friendly waterfalls near Morganton, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Morganton?

There are 25 kid-friendly waterfalls near Morganton, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Morganton?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Morganton?

The shortest waterfall hike near Morganton is Bead and Lace Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Morganton?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Morganton?

Yes, 34 waterfalls near Morganton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Morganton?

The closest waterfall to Morganton is Silvervale Falls, approximately 19.4 miles away.

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