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

3 of 22 waterfalls near North Wilkesboro are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 69°F

Wed 77°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Thu 69°F Sunny Best

Fri 78°F Sunny

Sat 88°F Sunny

Sun 91°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Mon 92°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Tue 92°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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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

48.9 miles away

North Carolina

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Carter Falls

42.1 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

1.5 miles 200 ft

Cascade Falls

47.4 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

47.2 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Silvervale Falls

33.7 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 24 Waterfalls Near North Wilkesboro

Moravian Falls

48.9 miles away

North Carolina

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Little Falls

40.3 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Carter Falls

42.1 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

1.5 miles 200 ft

Betseys Rock Falls

47.2 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Cascade Falls

47.4 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

0.8 miles 100 ft

Silvervale Falls

33.7 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Dutch Creek Falls

34.4 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

The Falls

39.3 miles away

Virginia

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Long Hope Falls

20.6 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

4.5 miles 800 ft

Laurel Creek Falls

28.5 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Watauga Falls

28.4 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Big Falls

26.2 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Jones Falls

25.5 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

3.0 miles 300 ft

Twisting Falls

24.4 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

1.5 miles 400 ft

Gentry Creek Falls

34.6 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

4.5 miles 500 ft

Linville Falls

12.7 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

1.6 miles 250 ft

Coon Den Falls

17.2 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.6 miles 500 ft

Tory Falls

34.9 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

1.2 miles 200 ft

Laurel Falls

15.6 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.3 miles 300 ft

Upper Cascade Falls

33.4 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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