Waterfall Hikes Near Mountain Home, NC

4,028 residents
New York Time Zone
89 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mountain Home? There are 89 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mountain Home. 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 35.3708°N, -82.5021°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mountain Home

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

89 of 89 gauged

7 of 89 waterfalls near Mountain Home are flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Moderate Betsy Falls Moderate Fairfield Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Maidenhair Falls Moderate Onion Cliff Falls Moderate Onion Falls Moderate Slatten Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Thurston Hatcher Falls Moderate Big Bend Falls Barely Flowing Kings Creek Falls Barely Flowing Spoonauger Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Rock Creek Falls Roaring Bird Rock Falls Barely Flowing Catheys Creek Falls Barely Flowing Connestee Falls Barely Flowing Dismal Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Schoolhouse Falls Barely Flowing Windy Falls Barely Flowing Whitewater Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Toxaway Falls Barely Flowing Blue Sea Falls Moderate Crabtree Falls Moderate Crystal Falls Moderate Falls of Gouges Creek Moderate Grassy Creek Falls Moderate Mitchell Falls Moderate Murphy Falls Moderate Roaring Spout Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Bradley Falls Moderate Camp Minnehaha Falls Moderate Hickorynut Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Toms Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Glencannon Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Laughing Falls Barely Flowing Looking Glass Falls Barely Flowing Maidenhair Falls Barely Flowing Slick Rock Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Cullasaja Falls Barely Flowing Dry Falls Barely Flowing Glen Falls Barely Flowing Highlands Falls Barely Flowing Satulah Falls Barely Flowing Buckeye Falls Strong Spivey Falls Strong Clearwater Falls Low Lower Falls Low Reedy Cove Falls Low Courthouse Falls Barely Flowing Dill Falls Barely Flowing Lower Vernal Falls Barely Flowing Second Falls Barely Flowing Yellowstone Falls Barely Flowing Woodfin Falls Barely Flowing Upper Vernal Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Douglas Falk Moderate Walker Falls Moderate Flat Creek Falls Moderate Hidden Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Moderate High Falls Low Hooker Falls Low Pearsons Falls Low Shoal Creek Falls Low Turley Falls Low Triple Falls Low Little Creek Falls Strong Mingo Falls Strong Lower Falls Barely Flowing Reedy River Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Mouse Creek Falls Moderate Pelham Falls Moderate Raven Cliff Falls Moderate Reems Creek Falls Moderate Slicking Falls Low Soco Falls Low

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 87°F

Tue 87°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms Best
Wed 90°F Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 91°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 92°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 91°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 88°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Flowing best right now near Mountain Home

Updated about 4 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Rock Creek Falls Roaring · 30 cfs 90th percentile
  2. 2 Big Falls Roaring · 30 cfs 90th percentile
  3. 3 Rainbow Falls Roaring · 30 cfs 90th percentile
  4. 4 Spivey Falls Strong · 85 cfs 84th percentile
  5. 5 Buckeye Falls Strong · 85 cfs 84th percentile
  6. 6 Mingo Falls Strong · 351 cfs 79th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Mountain Home (18 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.

17.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Mountain Home (63 waterfalls)

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

8.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
14.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 89 Waterfalls Near Mountain Home

7.1 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
36.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
26.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft
33 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
26.1 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.5 miles 300 ft
34.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 400 ft
43.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
20.8 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mountain Home

Are there free waterfalls near Mountain Home?

There are 56 free waterfalls near Mountain Home, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Mountain Home?

There are 18 easy waterfall hikes near Mountain Home, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Mountain Home?

There are 63 dog-friendly waterfalls near Mountain Home, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mountain Home?

There are 61 kid-friendly waterfalls near Mountain Home, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Mountain Home?

There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near Mountain Home, including Courthouse Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mountain Home?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Mountain Home?

The tallest waterfall near Mountain Home is Buckeye Falls at 475 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Mountain Home?

Yes, 86 waterfalls near Mountain Home have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Mountain Home?

The closest waterfall to Mountain Home is Turley Falls, approximately 3.2 miles away.

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