Waterfall Hikes Near Polkville, NC

500 residents
New York Time Zone
26 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Polkville? There are 26 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Polkville. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 35.4163°N, -81.6440°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Polkville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

26 of 26 gauged

2 of 26 waterfalls near Polkville are flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Moderate Big Falls Roaring Rock Creek Falls Roaring Blue Sea Falls Moderate Crabtree Falls Moderate Crystal Falls Moderate Falls of Gouges Creek Moderate Grassy Creek Falls Moderate Mitchell Falls Moderate Murphy Falls Moderate Roaring Spout Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Bradley Falls Moderate Camp Minnehaha Falls Moderate Hickorynut Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Toms Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Douglas Falk Moderate Walker Falls Moderate Dutch Creek Falls Moderate Linville Falls Moderate Pearsons Falls Low Shoal Creek Falls Low Turley Falls Low Silvervale Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 92°F

Tue 92°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 96°F Sunny
Thu 98°F Sunny
Fri 99°F Sunny
Ind 100°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 97°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Polkville

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Big Falls Roaring · 30 cfs 90th percentile
  2. 2 Rock Creek Falls Roaring · 30 cfs 90th percentile
  3. 3 Linville Falls Strong · 52 cfs 80th percentile
  4. 4 The Cascades Moderate · 47 cfs 62nd percentile
  5. 5 Toms Falls Moderate · 47 cfs 62nd percentile
  6. 6 Bradley Falls Moderate · 47 cfs 62nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Polkville (2 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.

Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

22.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Polkville (17 waterfalls)

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

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

23.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

23.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bead and Lace Falls

14.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Toms Falls waterfall

Toms Falls

23.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 26 Waterfalls Near Polkville

Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

22.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

23.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

23.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Camp Minnehaha Falls waterfall

Camp Minnehaha Falls

23 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bead and Lace Falls

14.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Toms Falls waterfall

Toms Falls

23.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

37.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bradley Falls waterfall

Bradley Falls

49.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Linville Falls waterfall

Linville Falls

30.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 ft
Pearsons Falls waterfall

Pearsons Falls

45.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 120 ft
Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

12.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

13.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft

Turley Falls

15.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

34.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

14.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Murphy Falls

42.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 300 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek

43.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Dutch Creek Falls waterfall

Dutch Creek Falls

43.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

10.5 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Mitchell Falls waterfall

Mitchell Falls

44.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Polkville

Are there free waterfalls near Polkville?

There are 15 free waterfalls near Polkville, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Polkville?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Polkville, including Hickorynut Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Polkville?

There are 17 dog-friendly waterfalls near Polkville, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Polkville?

There are 17 kid-friendly waterfalls near Polkville, including Bead and Lace Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Polkville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Polkville is Bead and Lace Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Polkville?

The tallest waterfall near Polkville is Hickorynut Falls at 404 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Polkville?

Yes, 26 waterfalls near Polkville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Polkville?

The closest waterfall to Polkville is Hickorynut Falls, approximately 26.9 miles away.

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