Waterfall Hikes Near Pinnacle, NC

749 residents
New York Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Pinnacle? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Pinnacle. 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 36.3230°N, -80.4241°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Pinnacle

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

15 waterfalls near Pinnacle have live flow data today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 94°F

Thu 94°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 92°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 89°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 91°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 94°F Sunny Best
Tue 91°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 90°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Pinnacle

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Carter Falls Moderate · 834 cfs 31st percentile
  2. 2 Little Falls Moderate · 834 cfs 31st percentile
  3. 3 Moravian Falls Moderate · 445 cfs 27th percentile
  4. 4 Hidden Falls Barely Flowing · 148 cfs 9th percentile
  5. 5 Lower Cascade Falls Barely Flowing · 148 cfs 9th percentile
  6. 6 Window Falls Barely Flowing · 148 cfs 9th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Pinnacle (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

24.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Lower Cascade Falls waterfall

Lower Cascade Falls

23.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Pinnacle (11 waterfalls)

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

Upper Cascade Falls waterfall

Upper Cascade Falls

47 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

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

Window Falls

22.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 300 ft

Great Falls of Dan

43.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Pinnacle

Tory Falls

24.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Upper Cascade Falls waterfall

Upper Cascade Falls

47 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

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

Window Falls

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

Lower Cascade Falls

23.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

Great Falls of Dan

43.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

45.3 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Smith River Falls waterfall

Smith River Falls

41.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

10.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
White Falls waterfall

White Falls

45.2 miles away
Virginia
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
Styles Falls waterfall

Styles Falls

32.6 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
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
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

13.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Pinnacle

Are there free waterfalls near Pinnacle?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Pinnacle?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Pinnacle?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Pinnacle?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Pinnacle?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Pinnacle?

The tallest waterfall near Pinnacle is Moravian Falls at 35 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Pinnacle?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Pinnacle have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Pinnacle?

The closest waterfall to Pinnacle is Tory Falls, approximately 9.2 miles away.

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