Waterfall Hikes Near Pilot Mountain, NC

1,667 residents

New York Time Zone

15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Pilot Mountain? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Pilot Mountain. 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 36.3853°N, -80.4735°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Pilot Mountain

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

9 of 15 waterfalls near Pilot Mountain are flowing strongly today

Betseys Rock Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Carter Falls Moderate Little Falls Moderate Great Falls of Dan Strong White Falls Strong Smith River Falls Strong Hidden Falls Strong Lower Cascade Falls Strong Window Falls Strong Upper Cascade Falls Strong Tory Falls Strong Moravian Falls Low The Falls Low Styles Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 95°F

Aft 85°F Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms

Mon 88°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Tue 92°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

Wed 95°F Sunny Best

Thu 99°F Sunny

Fri 98°F Sunny

Ind 98°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Pilot Mountain

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Pilot Mountain (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.

Tory Falls

44.1 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

1.2 miles 200 ft

Lower Cascade Falls waterfall

Lower Cascade Falls

46 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

0.8 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Pilot Mountain (11 waterfalls)

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

Upper Cascade Falls waterfall

Upper Cascade Falls

45 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

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

Great Falls of Dan

35.9 miles away

Virginia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Pilot Mountain

Tory Falls

44.1 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

1.2 miles 200 ft

Upper Cascade Falls waterfall

Upper Cascade Falls

45 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

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

Great Falls of Dan

35.9 miles away

Virginia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

24.6 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

1.5 miles 200 ft

Smith River Falls waterfall

Smith River Falls

33.7 miles away

Virginia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

31.2 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

White Falls waterfall

White Falls

40.7 miles away

Virginia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Styles Falls waterfall

Styles Falls

44.6 miles away

Virginia

Moderate

2.4 miles 300 ft

The Falls waterfall

The Falls

40.4 miles away

Virginia

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Betseys Rock Falls waterfall

Betseys Rock Falls

29.4 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

29 miles away

North Carolina

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

25.8 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

0.8 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Pilot Mountain

Are there free waterfalls near Pilot Mountain?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Pilot Mountain, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Pilot Mountain?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Pilot Mountain, including Carter Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Pilot Mountain?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Pilot Mountain?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Pilot Mountain?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Pilot Mountain?

The tallest waterfall near Pilot Mountain is Moravian Falls at 35 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Pilot Mountain?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Pilot Mountain have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Pilot Mountain?

The closest waterfall to Pilot Mountain is Tory Falls, approximately 8.2 miles away.

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