Waterfall Hikes Near Pleasant Hill, NC

867 residents

New_York Time Zone

19 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Pleasant Hill? There are 19 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Pleasant Hill. 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 36.2580°N, -80.8904°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Pleasant Hill

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

18 of 19 gauged

8 of 18 waterfalls near Pleasant Hill are flowing strongly today

Betseys Rock Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Long Hope Falls Moderate Carter Falls Strong Little Falls Strong Dutch Creek Falls Low Laurel Creek Falls Low Watauga Falls Low Great Falls of Dan Moderate Smith River Falls Moderate Hidden Falls Strong Lower Cascade Falls Strong Window Falls Strong Upper Cascade Falls Strong Tory Falls Strong Moravian Falls Low Silvervale Falls Low The Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 72°F

Aft 72°F Sunny Best

Wed 77°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Thu 69°F Sunny

Fri 78°F Sunny

Sat 87°F Sunny

Sun 90°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Mon 91°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Pleasant Hill (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.

Carter Falls

42.1 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

1.5 miles 200 ft

Moravian Falls

48.9 miles away

North Carolina

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Cascade Falls

47.4 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

0.8 miles 100 ft

Tory Falls

34.9 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Pleasant Hill (14 waterfalls)

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

Betseys Rock Falls

47.2 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

All 19 Waterfalls Near Pleasant Hill

Carter Falls

42.1 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

1.5 miles 200 ft

Little Falls

40.3 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Moravian Falls

48.9 miles away

North Carolina

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Betseys Rock Falls

47.2 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Cascade Falls

47.4 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

0.8 miles 100 ft

Tory Falls

34.9 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

1.2 miles 200 ft

The Falls

39.3 miles away

Virginia

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Upper Cascade Falls

33.4 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Hidden Falls

42.3 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Window Falls

21.2 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

1.6 miles 300 ft

Lower Cascade Falls

34.3 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

0.8 miles 100 ft

Long Hope Falls

20.6 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

4.5 miles 800 ft

Great Falls of Dan

27.6 miles away

Virginia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Silvervale Falls

33.7 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Laurel Creek Falls

28.5 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Watauga Falls

28.4 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Dutch Creek Falls

34.4 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Smith River Falls

33.6 miles away

Virginia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Gentry Creek Falls

34.6 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

4.5 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Pleasant Hill

Are there free waterfalls near Pleasant Hill?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Pleasant Hill, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Pleasant Hill?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Pleasant Hill?

There are 14 dog-friendly waterfalls near Pleasant Hill, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Pleasant Hill?

There are 15 kid-friendly waterfalls near Pleasant Hill, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Pleasant Hill?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Pleasant Hill, including Laurel Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Pleasant Hill?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Pleasant Hill?

The tallest waterfall near Pleasant Hill is Moravian Falls at 35 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Pleasant Hill?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Pleasant Hill have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Pleasant Hill?

The closest waterfall to Pleasant Hill is Carter Falls, approximately 1.7 miles away.

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Waterfall Hikes Near Pleasant Hill, NC

Map of Waterfalls Near Pleasant Hill

Today's Conditions

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Find waterfalls to hike near Pleasant Hill

🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Pleasant Hill (5 waterfalls)

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Pleasant Hill (14 waterfalls)

All 19 Waterfalls Near Pleasant Hill

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