Waterfall Hikes Near Roan Mountain, TN

984 residents
New_York Time Zone
39 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Roan Mountain? There are 39 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Roan Mountain. 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 36.1866°N, -82.0706°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Roan Mountain

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

37 of 39 gauged

37 waterfalls near Roan Mountain have live flow data today

Abrams Falls Barely Flowing Bead and Lace Falls Barely Flowing Betseys Rock Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Long Hope Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Moderate Tank Hollow Falls Moderate Big Falls Barely Flowing Dutch Creek Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Creek Falls Barely Flowing Watauga Falls Barely Flowing 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 Buckeye Falls Barely Flowing Spivey Falls Barely Flowing Camp Minnehaha Falls Barely Flowing Hickorynut Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Toms Falls Barely Flowing The Cascades Barely Flowing Coon Den Falls Barely Flowing Jones Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Douglas Falk Barely Flowing Walker Falls Barely Flowing Linville Falls Barely Flowing Monkey Falls Moderate Moravian Falls Low Reems Creek Falls Barely Flowing Silvervale Falls Low

Updated 33 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 70°F

Aft 69°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 59°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 70°F Sunny Best
Sat 77°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 81°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 82°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 81°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Roan Mountain (3 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Roan Mountain (28 waterfalls)

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

Jones Falls waterfall

Jones Falls

25.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

26.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Coon Den Falls

17.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.6 miles 500 ft
Twisting Falls waterfall

Twisting Falls

24.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

15.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek

34.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 39 Waterfalls Near Roan Mountain

Jones Falls waterfall

Jones Falls

25.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

26.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Coon Den Falls

17.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.6 miles 500 ft
Twisting Falls waterfall

Twisting Falls

24.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

15.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek

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

Dutch Creek Falls

34.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Watauga Falls

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

Laurel Creek Falls

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

Crystal Falls

26.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

27.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Linville Falls waterfall

Linville Falls

12.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 ft
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

30.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Murphy Falls

30.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 300 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

36.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft

Roaring Spout Falls

42.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spivey Falls waterfall

Spivey Falls

12.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Buckeye Falls

Tennessee
Hard
8.0 miles 2 ft
Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

33.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Long Hope Falls waterfall

Long Hope Falls

20.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Roan Mountain

Are there free waterfalls near Roan Mountain?

There are 28 free waterfalls near Roan Mountain, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Roan Mountain?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Roan Mountain, including Cascade Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Roan Mountain?

There are 28 dog-friendly waterfalls near Roan Mountain, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Roan Mountain?

There are 28 kid-friendly waterfalls near Roan Mountain, including Abrams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Roan Mountain?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Roan Mountain, including Laurel Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Roan Mountain?

The shortest waterfall hike near Roan Mountain is Abrams Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Roan Mountain?

The tallest waterfall near Roan Mountain is Buckeye Falls at 475 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Roan Mountain?

Yes, 39 waterfalls near Roan Mountain have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Roan Mountain?

The closest waterfall to Roan Mountain is Jones Falls, approximately 4.5 miles away.

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