Waterfall Hikes Near Newton, NC

13,173 residents
New York Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Newton? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Newton. 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 35.6630°N, -81.2335°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Newton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

15 waterfalls near Newton have live flow data today

Betseys Rock Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Carter Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Crabtree Falls Barely Flowing Crystal Falls Barely Flowing Falls of Gouges Creek Barely Flowing Grassy Creek Falls Barely Flowing Mitchell Falls Barely Flowing Murphy Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Dutch Creek Falls Low Linville Falls Barely Flowing Moravian Falls Barely Flowing Silvervale Falls Low

Updated 33 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 92°F

Aft 93°F Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 94°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 95°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 97°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 92°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Newton

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Silvervale Falls Low · 24 cfs 19th percentile
  2. 2 Dutch Creek Falls Low · 145 cfs 12th percentile
  3. 3 Moravian Falls Low · 417 cfs 10th percentile
  4. 4 Carter Falls Barely Flowing · 667 cfs 4th percentile
  5. 5 Little Falls Barely Flowing · 667 cfs 4th percentile
  6. 6 Betseys Rock Falls Barely Flowing · 265 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Newton (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.

Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

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

Cascade Falls

38.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Newton (11 waterfalls)

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

Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

42.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Betseys Rock Falls waterfall

Betseys Rock Falls

26.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Linville Falls waterfall

Linville Falls

33.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Newton

Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

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

Silvervale Falls

42.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Betseys Rock Falls waterfall

Betseys Rock Falls

26.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

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

Linville Falls

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

Little Falls

10.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

45.3 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

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

Upper Falls

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

Crystal Falls

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

Crabtree Falls

40.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Murphy Falls

40.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 300 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek

37.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Dutch Creek Falls waterfall

Dutch Creek Falls

38 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mitchell Falls waterfall

Mitchell Falls

29.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Newton

Are there free waterfalls near Newton?

There are 12 free waterfalls near Newton, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Newton?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Newton, including Carter Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Newton?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near Newton, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Newton?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near Newton, including Betseys Rock Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Newton?

The shortest waterfall hike near Newton is Betseys Rock Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Newton?

The tallest waterfall near Newton is Linville Falls at 90 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Newton?

Yes, 15 waterfalls near Newton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Newton?

The closest waterfall to Newton is Moravian Falls, approximately 22.5 miles away.

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