Waterfall Hikes Near Royal Pines, NC

4,681 residents
New York Time Zone
84 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Royal Pines? There are 84 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Royal Pines. 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 35.4783°N, -82.5038°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Royal Pines

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

84 of 84 gauged

8 of 84 waterfalls near Royal Pines are flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Moderate Betsy Falls Moderate Fairfield Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Maidenhair Falls Moderate Onion Cliff Falls Moderate Onion Falls Moderate Slatten Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Thurston Hatcher Falls Moderate Big Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Rock Creek Falls Moderate Bird Rock Falls Barely Flowing Catheys Creek Falls Barely Flowing Connestee Falls Barely Flowing Dismal Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Schoolhouse Falls Barely Flowing Windy Falls Barely Flowing Whitewater Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Toxaway 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 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 Bridal Veil Falls Strong Glencannon Falls Strong High Falls Strong Laughing Falls Strong Looking Glass Falls Strong Maidenhair Falls Strong Slick Rock Falls Strong Buckeye Falls Moderate Spivey Falls Moderate Clearwater Falls Low Lower Falls Low Reedy Cove Falls Low Courthouse Falls Moderate Dill Falls Moderate Lower Vernal Falls Moderate Second Falls Moderate Yellowstone Falls Moderate Woodfin Falls Moderate Upper Vernal Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Douglas Falk Barely Flowing Walker Falls Barely Flowing Flat Creek Falls Barely Flowing Grotto Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Ramsey Cascades Moderate Wilson Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Hooker Falls Moderate Pearsons Falls Moderate Shoal Creek Falls Moderate Turley Falls Moderate Triple Falls Moderate Highlands Falls Moderate Linville Falls Low Little Creek Falls Moderate Mingo Falls Moderate Lower Falls Low Reedy River Falls Low Upper Falls Low Pelham Falls Barely Flowing Raven Cliff Falls Strong Reems Creek Falls Barely Flowing Slicking Falls Low Soco Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 91°F

Tod 88°F Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 89°F Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 89°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 91°F Sunny Best
Tue 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 88°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 88°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Royal Pines

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Glencannon Falls Strong · 84 cfs 86th percentile
  2. 2 Slick Rock Falls Strong · 84 cfs 86th percentile
  3. 3 Maidenhair Falls Strong · 84 cfs 86th percentile
  4. 4 High Falls Strong · 84 cfs 86th percentile
  5. 5 Looking Glass Falls Strong · 84 cfs 86th percentile
  6. 6 Bridal Veil Falls Strong · 84 cfs 86th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Royal Pines (16 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 Royal Pines (57 waterfalls)

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

7.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
16.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
13.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
16.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft

All 84 Waterfalls Near Royal Pines

31.5 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
11.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
11.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
42.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
30.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft
5.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
47.2 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.0 miles 2 ft
40.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 300 ft
40.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
2.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
25.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
0.4 miles 160 ft
31.3 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
4.6 miles 800 ft
15.6 miles away
South Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 50 ft
15.6 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 200 ft
26 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft
17.2 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
47.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 200 ft
31 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
5.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
2.5 miles 200 ft
15 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Royal Pines

Are there free waterfalls near Royal Pines?

There are 52 free waterfalls near Royal Pines, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Royal Pines?

There are 16 easy waterfall hikes near Royal Pines, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Royal Pines?

There are 57 dog-friendly waterfalls near Royal Pines, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Royal Pines?

There are 55 kid-friendly waterfalls near Royal Pines, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Royal Pines?

There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near Royal Pines, including Courthouse Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Royal Pines?

The shortest waterfall hike near Royal Pines is Bead and Lace Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Royal Pines?

The tallest waterfall near Royal Pines is Buckeye Falls at 475 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Royal Pines?

Yes, 81 waterfalls near Royal Pines have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Royal Pines?

The closest waterfall to Royal Pines is Turley Falls, approximately 8.3 miles away.

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