Waterfall Hikes Near Newland, NC

743 residents
New York Time Zone
36 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Newland? There are 36 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Newland. 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 36.0880°N, -81.9274°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Newland

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

34 of 36 gauged

20 of 34 waterfalls near Newland are flowing strongly today

Abrams Falls Roaring Bead and Lace Falls Moderate Betseys Rock Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Long Hope Falls Moderate Big Falls Roaring Dutch Creek Falls Roaring Laurel Creek Falls Roaring Watauga Falls Roaring Blue Sea Falls Strong Crabtree Falls Strong Crystal Falls Strong Falls of Gouges Creek Strong Grassy Creek Falls Strong Mitchell Falls Strong Murphy Falls Strong Roaring Spout Falls Strong Upper Falls Strong Buckeye Falls Roaring Spivey Falls Roaring Camp Minnehaha Falls Moderate Hickorynut Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Toms Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Coon Den Falls Moderate Jones Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Douglas Falk Roaring Walker Falls Roaring Linville Falls Strong Moravian Falls Low Reems Creek Falls Strong Silvervale Falls Moderate

Updated 35 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Patchy Fog · 74°F

Tod 74°F Patchy Fog Best
Mon 81°F Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 82°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 85°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 86°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 86°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 85°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Newland

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Spivey Falls Roaring · 357 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Buckeye Falls Roaring · 357 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Walker Falls Roaring · 4 cfs 99th percentile
  4. 4 Douglas Falk Roaring · 4 cfs 99th percentile
  5. 5 Watauga Falls Roaring · 120 cfs 96th percentile
  6. 6 Laurel Creek Falls Roaring · 120 cfs 96th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Newland (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 Newland (27 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
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
Twisting Falls waterfall

Twisting Falls

6.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft

All 36 Waterfalls Near Newland

Linville Falls waterfall

Linville Falls

30.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 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
Twisting Falls waterfall

Twisting Falls

6.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft
Dutch Creek Falls waterfall

Dutch Creek Falls

43.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Watauga Falls

30.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Creek Falls waterfall

Laurel Creek Falls

42.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek

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

Silvervale Falls

37.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Coon Den Falls

37.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.6 miles 500 ft
Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

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

Laurel Falls

36 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft
Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

12.8 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
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

13.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft

Roaring Spout Falls

22.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spivey Falls waterfall

Spivey Falls

38.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Long Hope Falls waterfall

Long Hope Falls

39.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft

Buckeye Falls

44.8 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.0 miles 2 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Newland

Are there free waterfalls near Newland?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Newland?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Newland, including Cascade Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Newland?

There are 27 dog-friendly waterfalls near Newland, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Newland?

There are 27 kid-friendly waterfalls near Newland, including Abrams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Newland?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Newland?

The shortest waterfall hike near Newland is Abrams Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Newland?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Newland?

Yes, 36 waterfalls near Newland have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Newland?

The closest waterfall to Newland is Linville Falls, approximately 6.8 miles away.

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