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

6 of 22 waterfalls near North Wilkesboro are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 92°F

Aft 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 88°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 90°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 92°F Sunny Best
Wed 95°F Sunny
Thu 99°F Sunny
Fri 97°F Sunny

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 Silvervale Falls Strong · 22 cfs 89th percentile
  2. 2 Linville Falls Moderate · 33 cfs 74th percentile
  3. 3 Falls of Gouges Creek Moderate · 40 cfs 70th percentile
  4. 4 Big Falls Moderate · 46 cfs 64th percentile
  5. 5 Watauga Falls Moderate · 46 cfs 64th percentile
  6. 6 Dutch Creek Falls Moderate · 46 cfs 64th 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

29 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

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

Cascade Falls

25.8 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

29.4 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

All 24 Waterfalls Near North Wilkesboro

Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

45.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Window Falls waterfall

Window Falls

45.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 300 ft
Lower Cascade Falls waterfall

Lower Cascade Falls

46 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek

43.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 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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