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

28 waterfalls near Mountain City have live flow data today

Abrams Falls Barely Flowing Betseys Rock Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Long Hope Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Low Tank Hollow Falls Low 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 Crabtree Falls Barely Flowing Crystal Falls Barely Flowing Falls of Gouges Creek Barely Flowing Grassy Creek Falls Barely Flowing Murphy Falls Barely Flowing Roaring Spout Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Linville Falls Barely Flowing Monkey Falls Barely Flowing Moravian Falls Moderate Silvervale Falls Barely Flowing The Falls Moderate Spivey Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 78°F

Tod 88°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 77°F Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Tue 78°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 82°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 86°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Jun 81°F Rain Showers

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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

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

Long Hope Falls

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

Laurel Creek Falls

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

Twisting Falls

22.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft

All 30 Waterfalls Near Mountain City

Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

34.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

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

Crabtree Falls

34 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

30.1 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Murphy Falls

25.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 300 ft
Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

39.9 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

35.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft

Roaring Spout Falls

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

Carter Falls

36.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Spivey Falls waterfall

Spivey Falls

18.6 miles away
Tennessee
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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