Waterfall Hikes Near Nebo, NC

1,423 residents
New York Time Zone
39 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Nebo? There are 39 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Nebo. 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 35.7106°N, -81.9180°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Nebo

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

38 of 39 gauged

8 of 38 waterfalls near Nebo are flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Roaring Betseys Rock Falls Strong Cascade Falls Strong Long Hope Falls Strong Big Falls Strong Rock Creek Falls Strong Big Falls Moderate Dutch Creek Falls Moderate Laurel Creek Falls Moderate Watauga Falls Moderate 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 Buckeye Falls Roaring Spivey Falls Roaring Coon Den Falls Moderate Jones Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Douglas Falk Moderate Walker Falls Moderate Linville Falls Moderate Moravian Falls Low Pearsons Falls Low Turley Falls Low Reems Creek Falls Moderate Silvervale Falls Moderate

Updated 21 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 99°F

Tue 92°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 97°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Thu 99°F Sunny Best
Fri 99°F Sunny
Ind 98°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 97°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 95°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Flowing best right now near Nebo

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Bead and Lace Falls Roaring · 1180 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Betseys Rock Falls Roaring · 165 cfs 91st percentile
  3. 3 Long Hope Falls Roaring · 165 cfs 91st percentile
  4. 4 Cascade Falls Roaring · 165 cfs 91st percentile
  5. 5 Spivey Falls Strong · 85 cfs 84th percentile
  6. 6 Buckeye Falls Strong · 85 cfs 84th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Nebo (4 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 Nebo (29 waterfalls)

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

Linville Falls waterfall

Linville Falls

30.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 ft
Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

12.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

13.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

14.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Murphy Falls

42.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 300 ft

All 39 Waterfalls Near Nebo

Linville Falls waterfall

Linville Falls

30.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 ft
Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

12.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

13.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft
Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

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

Crabtree Falls

14.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Murphy Falls

42.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 300 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek

43.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Mitchell Falls waterfall

Mitchell Falls

44.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Roaring Spout Falls

22.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Blue Sea Falls waterfall

Blue Sea Falls

30.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Douglas Falk

34.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Walker Falls waterfall

Walker Falls

31.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

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

Jones Falls

45.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

23.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

23.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Toms Falls waterfall

Toms Falls

23.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Camp Minnehaha Falls waterfall

Camp Minnehaha Falls

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

Twisting Falls

6.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft
Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

22.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Nebo

Are there free waterfalls near Nebo?

There are 28 free waterfalls near Nebo, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Nebo?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Nebo, including Cascade Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Nebo?

There are 29 dog-friendly waterfalls near Nebo, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Nebo?

There are 27 kid-friendly waterfalls near Nebo, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Nebo?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Nebo?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Nebo?

The tallest waterfall near Nebo is Buckeye Falls at 475 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Nebo?

Yes, 39 waterfalls near Nebo have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Nebo?

The closest waterfall to Nebo is Linville Falls, approximately 12.1 miles away.

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