Waterfall Hikes Near Princeton, NC

1,471 residents
New York Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Princeton? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Princeton. 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 35.4671°N, -78.1613°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Princeton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

3 of 4 waterfalls near Princeton are flowing strongly today

Lanier Falls Low Little Falls Strong Little Falls Strong Upper Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 93°F

Wed 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 89°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 90°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 91°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 92°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 93°F Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Princeton

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Little Falls Strong · 239 cfs 76th percentile
  2. 2 Little Falls Strong · 239 cfs 76th percentile
  3. 3 Upper Falls Strong · 239 cfs 76th percentile
  4. 4 Lanier Falls Low · 1 cfs 14th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Princeton (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.

Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

31.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Princeton (3 waterfalls)

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

Lanier Falls waterfall

Lanier Falls

43.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

30.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Princeton

Lanier Falls waterfall

Lanier Falls

43.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

30.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

30.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

31.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Princeton

Are there free waterfalls near Princeton?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Princeton, including Lanier Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Princeton?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Princeton, including Little Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Princeton?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Princeton, including Lanier Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Princeton?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Princeton, including Lanier Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Princeton?

The shortest waterfall hike near Princeton is Lanier Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Princeton?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Princeton has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Princeton?

The closest waterfall to Princeton is Lanier Falls, approximately 33.1 miles away.

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