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
65.1 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Upper Falls
30 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 100 ft

Sassafras Falls
50.6 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
65.1 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Upper Falls
30 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 100 ft

Middle Falls
51.5 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft

Sassafras Falls
50.6 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Big Falls
33.8 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Bemis Camp Falls
13.8 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
All Hiking Trails Near Murphy With Waterfalls

Grotto Falls
12.6 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 585 ft

Mingo Falls
42.7 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 0.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 160 ft

Soco Falls
46.7 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Woodfin Falls
35.1 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Flat Creek Falls
14.1 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 800 ft

Ramsey Cascades
37.6 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Hard
Trail Length: 8.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 2200 ft

Lower Piney Falls
22.1 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Upper Piney Falls
36.1 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft

Laurel Falls
22.5 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 2.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 314 ft

Ray Falls
19.2 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Stinging Fork Falls
38.3 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Mouse Creek Falls
21.2 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 600 ft