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

6 of 37 waterfalls near Roan Mountain are flowing strongly today

Abrams Falls Moderate Bead and Lace Falls Strong Betseys Rock Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Long Hope Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Roaring Tank Hollow Falls Roaring Big Falls Low Dutch Creek Falls Low Laurel Creek Falls Low Watauga Falls Low Blue Sea Falls Low Crabtree Falls Low Crystal Falls Low Falls of Gouges Creek Low Grassy Creek Falls Low Mitchell Falls Low Murphy Falls Low Roaring Spout Falls Low Upper Falls Low Buckeye Falls Strong Spivey Falls Strong Coon Den Falls Moderate Jones Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Douglas Falk Moderate Walker Falls Moderate Linville Falls Low Reems Creek Falls Strong Silvervale Falls Moderate

Updated 33 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

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Flowing best right now near Roan Mountain

Updated 33 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Tank Hollow Falls Roaring · 1960 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Big Falls Roaring · 1960 cfs 96th percentile
  3. 3 Spivey Falls Strong · 182 cfs 88th percentile
  4. 4 Buckeye Falls Strong · 182 cfs 88th percentile
  5. 5 Bead and Lace Falls Strong · 1330 cfs 84th percentile
  6. 6 Reems Creek Falls Strong · 1610 cfs 76th percentile

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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

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

Big Falls

19.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Coon Den Falls

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

Twisting Falls

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

Laurel Falls

24.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek

37.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 39 Waterfalls Near Roan Mountain

Jones Falls waterfall

Jones Falls

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

Big Falls

19.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Coon Den Falls

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

Twisting Falls

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

Laurel Falls

24.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek

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

Dutch Creek Falls

38 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Watauga Falls

44 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
Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

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

Grassy Creek Falls

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

Linville Falls

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

Crabtree Falls

40.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Murphy Falls

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

Upper Falls

30.1 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

39.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Buckeye Falls

47.2 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.0 miles 2 ft
Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

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

Long Hope Falls

32.6 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 29 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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