Waterfall Hikes Near Northlakes, NC

1,378 residents
New York Time Zone
25 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Northlakes? There are 25 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Northlakes. 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 35.7757°N, -81.3669°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Northlakes

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

24 of 25 gauged

24 waterfalls near Northlakes have live flow data today

Betseys Rock Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Long Hope Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Barely Flowing Dutch Creek Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Creek Falls Barely Flowing Watauga Falls Barely Flowing Blue Sea 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 Roaring Spout Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Carter Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Douglas Falk Barely Flowing Walker Falls Barely Flowing Jones Falls Moderate Linville Falls Low Moravian Falls Barely Flowing Silvervale Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 92°F

Tod 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 94°F Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 95°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 98°F Sunny
Tue 92°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 92°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 95°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Northlakes

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Jones Falls Moderate · 1260 cfs 72nd percentile
  2. 2 Linville Falls Moderate · 181 cfs 34th percentile
  3. 3 Silvervale Falls Low · 24 cfs 11th percentile
  4. 4 Big Falls Barely Flowing · 137 cfs 6th percentile
  5. 5 Watauga Falls Barely Flowing · 137 cfs 6th percentile
  6. 6 Dutch Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 137 cfs 6th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Northlakes (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 Northlakes (17 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
Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

31 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 25 Waterfalls Near Northlakes

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
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

Roaring Spout Falls

42.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Blue Sea Falls waterfall

Blue Sea Falls

24.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Long Hope Falls waterfall

Long Hope Falls

32.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Walker Falls waterfall

Walker Falls

21.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

10.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Northlakes

Are there free waterfalls near Northlakes?

There are 18 free waterfalls near Northlakes, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Northlakes?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Northlakes?

There are 17 dog-friendly waterfalls near Northlakes, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Northlakes?

There are 17 kid-friendly waterfalls near Northlakes, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Northlakes?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Northlakes?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Northlakes?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Northlakes?

Yes, 25 waterfalls near Northlakes have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Northlakes?

The closest waterfall to Northlakes is Moravian Falls, approximately 22.6 miles away.

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