Waterfall Hikes Near Mount Airy, NC

10,621 residents
New York Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mount Airy? There are 17 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mount Airy. 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 36.5083°N, -80.6155°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mount Airy

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

17 of 17 gauged

6 of 17 waterfalls near Mount Airy are flowing strongly today

Betseys Rock Falls Roaring Cascade Falls Roaring Big Falls Moderate Carter Falls Low Little Falls Low Falls of Dismal Barely Flowing Great Falls of Dan Roaring White Falls Roaring Smith River Falls Roaring Hidden Falls Barely Flowing Lower Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Window Falls Barely Flowing Upper Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Tory Falls Barely Flowing Moravian Falls Moderate The Falls Barely Flowing Styles Falls Strong

Updated 37 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 96°F

Mon 90°F Areas Of Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 93°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Wed 96°F Sunny Best
Thu 99°F Sunny
Fri 98°F Sunny
Ind 98°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 96°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Mount Airy

Updated 37 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Smith River Falls Roaring · 9 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 White Falls Roaring · 9 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Great Falls of Dan Roaring · 9 cfs 99th percentile
  4. 4 Cascade Falls Roaring · 162 cfs 97th percentile
  5. 5 Betseys Rock Falls Roaring · 162 cfs 97th percentile
  6. 6 Styles Falls Strong · 40 cfs 84th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Mount Airy (5 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.

Tory Falls

44.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Lower Cascade Falls waterfall

Lower Cascade Falls

46 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Mount Airy (12 waterfalls)

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

Great Falls of Dan

35.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Cascade Falls waterfall

Upper Cascade Falls

45 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Window Falls waterfall

Window Falls

45.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 300 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

45.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 17 Waterfalls Near Mount Airy

Great Falls of Dan

35.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tory Falls

44.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Lower Cascade Falls waterfall

Lower Cascade Falls

46 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Upper Cascade Falls waterfall

Upper Cascade Falls

45 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Window Falls waterfall

Window Falls

45.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 300 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

45.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

24.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Smith River Falls waterfall

Smith River Falls

33.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

31.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

40.4 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
White Falls waterfall

White Falls

40.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

7.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Styles Falls waterfall

Styles Falls

44.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
Betseys Rock Falls waterfall

Betseys Rock Falls

29.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

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

Falls of Dismal

17.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

25.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mount Airy

Are there free waterfalls near Mount Airy?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Mount Airy, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Mount Airy?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Mount Airy, including Carter Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Mount Airy?

There are 12 dog-friendly waterfalls near Mount Airy, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mount Airy?

There are 13 kid-friendly waterfalls near Mount Airy, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Mount Airy?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Mount Airy, including Falls of Dismal.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mount Airy?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Mount Airy?

The tallest waterfall near Mount Airy is Moravian Falls at 35 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Mount Airy?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Mount Airy have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Mount Airy?

The closest waterfall to Mount Airy is Great Falls of Dan, approximately 16.2 miles away.

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