Waterfall Hikes Near Polkville, NC

500 residents
New York Time Zone
33 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Polkville? There are 33 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

33 of 33 gauged

1 of 33 waterfalls near Polkville is flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Moderate Big Falls Moderate Rock Creek Falls Moderate Blue Sea Falls Barely Flowing Crabtree Falls Barely Flowing Crystal Falls Barely Flowing Falls of Gouges Creek Barely Flowing Grassy Creek Falls Barely Flowing Mitchell Falls Barely Flowing Murphy Falls Barely Flowing Roaring Spout Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Bradley Falls Barely Flowing Camp Minnehaha Falls Barely Flowing Hickorynut Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Toms Falls Barely Flowing The Cascades Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Long Hope Falls Barely Flowing Douglas Falk Barely Flowing Walker Falls Barely Flowing Dutch Creek Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Creek Falls Barely Flowing Watauga Falls Barely Flowing Gordons Mill Falls Moderate Hendricks Falls Moderate High Falls Strong Linville Falls Low Pearsons Falls Moderate Shoal Creek Falls Moderate Turley Falls Moderate Silvervale Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 92°F

Tod 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 94°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 98°F Sunny
Tue 93°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 92°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 95°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Polkville

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 High Falls Strong · 84 cfs 86th percentile
  2. 2 Hendricks Falls Moderate · 267 cfs 72nd percentile
  3. 3 Big Falls Moderate · 33 cfs 71st percentile
  4. 4 Rock Creek Falls Moderate · 33 cfs 71st percentile
  5. 5 Gordons Mill Falls Moderate · 65 cfs 62nd percentile
  6. 6 Turley Falls Moderate · 610 cfs 61st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Polkville (4 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

15.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Polkville (21 waterfalls)

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

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

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

The Cascades

13.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bead and Lace Falls

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

Toms Falls

16.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 33 Waterfalls Near Polkville

Roaring Spout Falls

42.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Blue Sea Falls waterfall

Blue Sea Falls

24.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hendricks Falls

34.8 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft

Douglas Falk

20 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Walker Falls waterfall

Walker Falls

21.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rock Creek Falls waterfall

Rock Creek Falls

37.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Long Hope Falls waterfall

Long Hope Falls

32.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

38.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Gordons Mill Falls waterfall

Gordons Mill Falls

40.1 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

13.7 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Shoal Creek Falls waterfall

Shoal Creek Falls

13.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Creek Falls waterfall

Laurel Creek Falls

20.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Watauga Falls

44 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Polkville

Are there free waterfalls near Polkville?

There are 20 free waterfalls near Polkville, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Polkville?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Polkville, including Cascade Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Polkville?

There are 21 dog-friendly waterfalls near Polkville, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Polkville?

There are 21 kid-friendly waterfalls near Polkville, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Polkville?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Polkville, including Laurel Creek 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, 33 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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