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

11 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 Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Rock Creek Falls Roaring 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 Moderate Crabtree Falls Moderate Crystal Falls Moderate Falls of Gouges Creek Moderate Grassy Creek Falls Moderate Mitchell Falls Moderate Murphy Falls Moderate Roaring Spout Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Bradley Falls Moderate Camp Minnehaha Falls Moderate Hickorynut Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Toms Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Glencannon Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Laughing Falls Barely Flowing Looking Glass Falls Barely Flowing Maidenhair Falls Barely Flowing Slick Rock Falls Barely Flowing Buckeye Falls Strong Spivey Falls Strong Clearwater Falls Low Lower Falls Low Reedy Cove Falls Low Courthouse Falls Barely Flowing Dill Falls Barely Flowing Lower Vernal Falls Barely Flowing Second Falls Barely Flowing Yellowstone Falls Barely Flowing Woodfin Falls Barely Flowing Upper Vernal Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Douglas Falk Moderate Walker Falls Moderate Flat Creek Falls Moderate Grotto Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Ramsey Cascades Strong Wilson Falls Strong High Falls Low Hooker Falls Low Pearsons Falls Low Shoal Creek Falls Low Turley Falls Low Triple Falls Low Highlands Falls Barely Flowing Linville Falls Moderate Little Creek Falls Strong Mingo Falls Strong Lower Falls Barely Flowing Reedy River Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Mouse Creek Falls Moderate Pelham Falls Moderate Raven Cliff Falls Moderate Reems Creek Falls Moderate Slicking Falls Low Soco Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 87°F

Tue 87°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms Best
Wed 90°F Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 91°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 91°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 89°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 87°F 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 Rainbow Falls Roaring · 30 cfs 90th percentile
  2. 2 Rock Creek Falls Roaring · 30 cfs 90th percentile
  3. 3 Big Falls Roaring · 30 cfs 90th percentile
  4. 4 Spivey Falls Strong · 85 cfs 84th percentile
  5. 5 Buckeye Falls Strong · 85 cfs 84th percentile
  6. 6 Mingo Falls Strong · 351 cfs 79th 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.

14.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
23.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
23.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
23.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft

All 84 Waterfalls Near Royal Pines

34.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
45.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
43 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
43.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
18.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
25.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.2 miles 600 ft
18.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
44.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
25.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
47.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
47.7 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
17.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
10.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
43.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
21.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
47.8 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
25.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
48.6 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.0 miles 2,200 ft
26.8 miles away
Tennessee
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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