Waterfall Hikes Near Rutherford College, NC

1,119 residents
New_York Time Zone
30 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Rutherford College? There are 30 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Rutherford College. 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 35.7514°N, -81.5270°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Rutherford College

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

29 of 30 gauged

29 waterfalls near Rutherford College have live flow data today

Bead and Lace Falls Barely Flowing Betseys Rock Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Long Hope Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Barely Flowing Dutch Creek Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Creek Falls Barely Flowing Watauga 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 Camp Minnehaha Falls Barely Flowing Hickorynut Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Toms Falls Barely Flowing The Cascades Barely Flowing Coon Den Falls Barely Flowing Jones Falls Barely Flowing Douglas Falk Barely Flowing Walker Falls Barely Flowing Linville Falls Barely Flowing Moravian Falls Moderate Silvervale Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 70°F

Thu 70°F Sunny Best
Fri 78°F Sunny
Sat 85°F Sunny
Sun 86°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 87°F Sunny
Tue 86°F Sunny
Wed 86°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Rutherford College (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.

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

47.4 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Rutherford College (22 waterfalls)

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

Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

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

Linville Falls

12.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 ft
Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

27.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

36.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft

All 30 Waterfalls Near Rutherford College

Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

26.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Jones Falls waterfall

Jones Falls

25.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Twisting Falls waterfall

Twisting Falls

24.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

5.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

5.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Toms Falls waterfall

Toms Falls

5.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Camp Minnehaha Falls waterfall

Camp Minnehaha Falls

49.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

4.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft

Bead and Lace Falls

2.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Coon Den Falls

17.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.6 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Rutherford College

Are there free waterfalls near Rutherford College?

There are 22 free waterfalls near Rutherford College, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Rutherford College?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Rutherford College, including Cascade Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Rutherford College?

There are 22 dog-friendly waterfalls near Rutherford College, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Rutherford College?

There are 22 kid-friendly waterfalls near Rutherford College, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Rutherford College?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Rutherford College, including Laurel Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Rutherford College?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Rutherford College?

The tallest waterfall near Rutherford College is Hickorynut Falls at 404 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Rutherford College?

Yes, 30 waterfalls near Rutherford College have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Rutherford College?

The closest waterfall to Rutherford College is Silvervale Falls, approximately 17.4 miles away.

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