Waterfall Hikes Near Mountain City, TN

2,396 residents
New York Time Zone
30 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mountain City? There are 30 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mountain City. 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 36.4696°N, -81.8049°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mountain City

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

28 of 30 gauged

5 of 28 waterfalls near Mountain City are flowing strongly today

Abrams Falls Moderate Betseys Rock Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Long Hope Falls Moderate Big Falls Low Tank Hollow Falls Low Big Falls Moderate Dutch Creek Falls Moderate Laurel Creek Falls Moderate Watauga Falls Moderate Carter Falls Roaring Little Falls Roaring Coon Den Falls Moderate Jones Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Crabtree Falls Moderate Crystal Falls Moderate Falls of Gouges Creek Moderate Grassy Creek Falls Moderate Murphy Falls Moderate Roaring Spout Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Linville Falls Strong Monkey Falls Moderate Moravian Falls Roaring The Falls Strong Spivey Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 81°F

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Flowing best right now near Mountain City

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Little Falls Roaring · 2700 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Carter Falls Roaring · 2700 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Moravian Falls Roaring · 1870 cfs 99th percentile
  4. 4 The Falls Strong · 2530 cfs 78th percentile
  5. 5 Linville Falls Strong · 258 cfs 76th percentile
  6. 6 Abrams Falls Moderate · 21 cfs 74th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Mountain City (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 Mountain City (21 waterfalls)

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

Gentry Creek Falls waterfall CC

Gentry Creek Falls

22.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Long Hope Falls waterfall

Long Hope Falls

33.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Laurel Creek Falls waterfall

Laurel Creek Falls

5.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twisting Falls waterfall

Twisting Falls

1.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft

All 30 Waterfalls Near Mountain City

Gentry Creek Falls waterfall CC

Gentry Creek Falls

22.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Long Hope Falls waterfall

Long Hope Falls

33.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Laurel Creek Falls waterfall

Laurel Creek Falls

5.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Watauga Falls

44.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dutch Creek Falls waterfall

Dutch Creek Falls

44.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twisting Falls waterfall

Twisting Falls

1.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

33.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Jones Falls waterfall

Jones Falls

0.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

18.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft

Coon Den Falls

9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.6 miles 500 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

35.3 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Betseys Rock Falls waterfall

Betseys Rock Falls

23.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Abrams Falls waterfall

Abrams Falls

35.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
5.0 miles 675 ft
Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

19.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Linville Falls waterfall

Linville Falls

19.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

36.8 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek

12.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

44.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Monkey Falls waterfall

Monkey Falls

20.1 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Tank Hollow Falls waterfall

Tank Hollow Falls

40 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mountain City

Are there free waterfalls near Mountain City?

There are 21 free waterfalls near Mountain City, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Mountain City?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Mountain City?

There are 21 dog-friendly waterfalls near Mountain City, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mountain City?

There are 22 kid-friendly waterfalls near Mountain City, including Abrams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Mountain City?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mountain City?

The shortest waterfall hike near Mountain City is Abrams Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Mountain City?

The tallest waterfall near Mountain City is Linville Falls at 90 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Mountain City?

Yes, 30 waterfalls near Mountain City have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Mountain City?

The closest waterfall to Mountain City is Gentry Creek Falls, approximately 9 miles away.

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