Waterfall Hikes Near Newland, NC

743 residents
New York Time Zone
37 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Newland? There are 37 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

35 of 37 gauged

5 of 35 waterfalls near Newland are flowing strongly today

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

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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 Big Falls Roaring · 1960 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Spivey Falls Strong · 160 cfs 86th percentile
  3. 3 Buckeye Falls Strong · 160 cfs 86th percentile
  4. 4 Bead and Lace Falls Strong · 1330 cfs 84th percentile
  5. 5 Reems Creek Falls Strong · 1630 cfs 77th percentile
  6. 6 Laurel Falls Moderate · 911 cfs 62nd 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

33.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

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

Jones Falls

18.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Twisting Falls waterfall

Twisting Falls

17.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft

All 37 Waterfalls Near Newland

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

38.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Mitchell Falls waterfall

Mitchell Falls

29.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

46.4 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Betseys Rock Falls waterfall

Betseys Rock Falls

26.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Blue Sea Falls waterfall

Blue Sea Falls

24.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gentry Creek Falls waterfall CC

Gentry Creek Falls

17.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Walker Falls waterfall

Walker Falls

21.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Douglas Falk

20 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Abrams Falls waterfall

Abrams Falls

34 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
5.0 miles 675 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

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

The Cascades

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

Toms Falls

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

Camp Minnehaha Falls

14.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

15.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

46.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Reems Creek Falls waterfall

Reems Creek Falls

16.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bead and Lace Falls

7.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 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, 37 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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