Waterfall Hikes Near North Wilkesboro, NC

4,349 residents
New York Time Zone
24 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near North Wilkesboro? There are 24 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of North Wilkesboro. 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 36.1728°N, -81.1390°W

Map of Waterfalls Near North Wilkesboro

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

22 of 24 gauged

22 waterfalls near North Wilkesboro have live flow data today

Betseys Rock Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Long Hope Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Low Dutch Creek Falls Low Laurel Creek Falls Low Watauga Falls Low Carter Falls Moderate Little Falls Moderate Coon Den Falls Moderate Jones Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Falls of Gouges Creek Low Hidden Falls Barely Flowing Lower Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Window Falls Barely Flowing Upper Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Tory Falls Barely Flowing Linville Falls Barely Flowing Moravian Falls Moderate Silvervale Falls Moderate The Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 26 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 92°F

Aft 92°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 93°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 92°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 90°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 92°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 94°F Sunny
Tue 91°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near North Wilkesboro

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Coon Den Falls Moderate · 877 cfs 58th percentile
  2. 2 Jones Falls Moderate · 877 cfs 58th percentile
  3. 3 Laurel Falls Moderate · 877 cfs 58th percentile
  4. 4 Silvervale Falls Moderate · 28 cfs 45th percentile
  5. 5 Carter Falls Moderate · 834 cfs 31st percentile
  6. 6 Little Falls Moderate · 834 cfs 31st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near North Wilkesboro (5 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
Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

45.3 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

38.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around North Wilkesboro (20 waterfalls)

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

Betseys Rock Falls waterfall

Betseys Rock Falls

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

Silvervale Falls

42.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 24 Waterfalls Near North Wilkesboro

Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

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

Silvervale Falls

42.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dutch Creek Falls waterfall

Dutch Creek Falls

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

The Falls

13.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Long Hope Falls waterfall

Long Hope Falls

32.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Laurel Creek Falls waterfall

Laurel Creek Falls

20.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Watauga Falls

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

Gentry Creek Falls

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

Linville Falls

33.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 ft

Coon Den Falls

5.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.6 miles 500 ft

Tory Falls

24.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

24.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft
Upper Cascade Falls waterfall

Upper Cascade Falls

47 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near North Wilkesboro

Are there free waterfalls near North Wilkesboro?

There are 19 free waterfalls near North Wilkesboro, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near North Wilkesboro?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near North Wilkesboro, including Carter Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in North Wilkesboro?

There are 20 dog-friendly waterfalls near North Wilkesboro, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near North Wilkesboro?

There are 20 kid-friendly waterfalls near North Wilkesboro, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near North Wilkesboro?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near North Wilkesboro?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near North Wilkesboro?

The tallest waterfall near North Wilkesboro is Linville Falls at 90 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around North Wilkesboro?

Yes, 19 waterfalls near North Wilkesboro have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to North Wilkesboro?

The closest waterfall to North Wilkesboro is Moravian Falls, approximately 6.4 miles away.

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