Waterfall Hikes Near Ruth, NC
within 50 miles
Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Ruth? Luckily, there are 55 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Ruth, making it a perfect hub for waterfall enthusiasts. These trails range from drive_up to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.
Map of Waterfalls Near Ruth
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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Ruth (25 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.

Hickorynut Falls
41.2 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft

The Cascades
43.2 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.8 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Ruth (42 waterfalls)
Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Hickorynut Falls
41.2 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft

Rainbow Falls
23.3 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.9 miles
Elevation Gain: 700 ft

The Cascades
43.2 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.8 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Bead and Lace Falls
47.1 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Bradley Falls
63.8 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
All Hiking Trails Near Ruth With Waterfalls

Blue Sea Falls
21 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

High Falls
33.3 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft

Shoal Creek Falls
33.3 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Douglas Falk
16.2 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Walker Falls
39.3 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Drive Up
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Laughing Falls
32 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Triple Falls
18.4 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.9 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Pelham Falls
43 miles awaySouth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Hooker Falls
26.8 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.9 miles
Elevation Gain: 50 ft

High Falls
13.1 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft

Bridal Veil Falls
22.1 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Looking Glass Falls
62.8 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Drive Up
Trail Length: 0.1 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Rainbow Falls
34.6 miles awaySouth Carolina
Difficulty: Hard
Trail Length: 4.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 1 ft

Glencannon Falls
56.3 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Slick Rock Falls
36.7 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.1 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Yellowstone Falls
9.6 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft

Second Falls
52.4 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 100 ft

Maidenhair Falls
55.2 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Upper Falls
53.2 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft

Reems Creek Falls
9.2 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft