Waterfall Hikes Near Pinehurst, NC

17,653 residents
New York Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Golf pays the bills in Pinehurst, and the surrounding Sandhills are longleaf pine over deep sand, which explains why only four falls turn up inside fifty miles. The one you can hike to is Lanier Falls, where the Cape Fear pushes over rock ledges in Raven Rock State Park. Count on five miles of walking and about 300 feet of gain, with dogs welcome. The other three entries survive mostly as names on the map.

Located at 35.1922°N, -79.4684°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Pinehurst

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

1 of 4 waterfalls near Pinehurst is flowing strongly today

Cockers Falls Barely Flowing Gordons Falls Low Great Falls Moderate Lanier Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 87°F

Mon 92°F Sunny
Tue 85°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 86°F Sunny
Thu 87°F Sunny Best
Fri 92°F Sunny
Sat 91°F Sunny
Sun 90°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Pinehurst

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Lanier Falls Roaring · 0 cfs 94th percentile
  2. 2 Great Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 41st percentile
  3. 3 Gordons Falls Low · 1330 cfs 14th percentile
  4. 4 Cockers Falls Barely Flowing · 1610 cfs 3rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Pinehurst (1 waterfall)

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.

LiDAR terrain view around Gordons Falls in South Carolina LiDAR

Gordons Falls

South Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Pinehurst (1 waterfall)

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

Lanier Falls waterfall

Lanier Falls

North Carolina
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Pinehurst

Lanier Falls waterfall

Lanier Falls

North Carolina
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

37.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
LiDAR terrain view around Gordons Falls in South Carolina LiDAR

Gordons Falls

South Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
LiDAR terrain view around Cockers Falls in South Carolina LiDAR

Cockers Falls

33.2 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Pinehurst

Are there free waterfalls near Pinehurst?

There is 1 free waterfall near Pinehurst, including Lanier Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Pinehurst?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Pinehurst, including Gordons Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Pinehurst?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Pinehurst, including Lanier Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Pinehurst?

There is 1 kid-friendly waterfall near Pinehurst, including Lanier Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Pinehurst?

The shortest waterfall hike near Pinehurst is Cockers Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Pinehurst?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Pinehurst have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Pinehurst?

The closest waterfall to Pinehurst is Lanier Falls, approximately 36.8 miles away.

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