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
Find waterfalls to hike near Ruth
🚗 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
16.9 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
The Cascades
21 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
16.9 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
Rainbow Falls
40.6 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.9 miles
Elevation Gain: 700 ft
The Cascades
21 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.8 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Bead and Lace Falls
34.4 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Bradley Falls
16 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
All Hiking Trails Near Ruth With Waterfalls
Raven Cliff Falls
27 miles awaySouth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft
Catheys Creek Falls
43.8 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Connestee Falls
22.3 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.1 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Upper Falls
23.9 miles awaySouth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 800 ft
Lower Falls
23.9 miles awaySouth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
Reedy River Falls
23.9 miles awaySouth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Bird Rock Falls
23.9 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Slicking Falls
26.9 miles awaySouth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Silvervale Falls
39.1 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.1 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Spivey Falls
33.6 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Drive Up
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Reedy Cove Falls
28.8 miles awaySouth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Whitewater Falls
37.3 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
Buckeye Falls
44.6 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Hard
Trail Length: 8.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 2 ft
Clearwater Falls
28.1 miles awaySouth Carolina
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Moravian Falls
26.1 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Drive Up
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft