Waterfall Hikes Near Murphy, NC
within 50 miles
Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Murphy? Luckily, there are 72 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Murphy, making it a perfect hub for waterfall enthusiasts. These trails range from drive_up to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.
Map of Waterfalls Near Murphy
Find waterfalls to hike near Murphy
🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Murphy (31 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.
Leatherwood Falls
25.2 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Upper Falls
28.1 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 100 ft
Sassafras Falls
51.7 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Murphy (45 waterfalls)
Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.
Leatherwood Falls
25.2 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Upper Falls
28.1 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 100 ft
Middle Falls
52.6 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft
Sassafras Falls
51.7 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Big Falls
52.2 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Bemis Camp Falls
32.6 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
All Hiking Trails Near Murphy With Waterfalls
Grotto Falls
56.8 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 585 ft
Mingo Falls
29.8 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 0.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 160 ft
Soco Falls
36.1 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Woodfin Falls
49.6 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Flat Creek Falls
33.2 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 800 ft
Ramsey Cascades
38.3 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Hard
Trail Length: 8.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 2200 ft
Lower Piney Falls
17.8 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Upper Piney Falls
18 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
Laurel Falls
24.6 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 2.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 314 ft
Ray Falls
54.5 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Stinging Fork Falls
14.8 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Mouse Creek Falls
25.9 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 600 ft