Waterfall Hikes Near Sawmills, NC

5,026 residents
New_York Time Zone
27 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Sawmills? There are 27 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Sawmills. 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 35.8165°N, -81.4781°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Sawmills

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

25 of 27 gauged

23 of 25 waterfalls near Sawmills are flowing strongly today

Betseys Rock Falls Strong Cascade Falls Strong Long Hope Falls Strong Big Falls Strong Dutch Creek Falls Strong Laurel Creek Falls Strong Watauga Falls Strong Blue Sea Falls Strong Crabtree Falls Strong Crystal Falls Strong Falls of Gouges Creek Strong Grassy Creek Falls Strong Mitchell Falls Strong Murphy Falls Strong Roaring Spout Falls Strong Upper Falls Strong Carter Falls Roaring Little Falls Roaring Coon Den Falls Moderate Jones Falls Moderate Douglas Falk Roaring Walker Falls Roaring Linville Falls Roaring Moravian Falls Strong Silvervale Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny · 75°F

Tue 80°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 82°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 84°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 79°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 73°F Rain Showers Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 72°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 75°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny Best

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Sawmills (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

27.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

17.7 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Sawmills (19 waterfalls)

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

Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

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

Linville Falls

33.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 ft
Betseys Rock Falls waterfall

Betseys Rock Falls

30.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

35.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 27 Waterfalls Near Sawmills

Jones Falls waterfall

Jones Falls

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

Twisting Falls

39.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft

Douglas Falk

4.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gentry Creek Falls waterfall CC

Gentry Creek Falls

26.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

47.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

36.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Coon Den Falls

15.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.6 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Sawmills

Are there free waterfalls near Sawmills?

There are 20 free waterfalls near Sawmills, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Sawmills?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Sawmills, including Carter Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Sawmills?

There are 19 dog-friendly waterfalls near Sawmills, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Sawmills?

There are 19 kid-friendly waterfalls near Sawmills, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Sawmills?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Sawmills?

The shortest waterfall hike near Sawmills is Betseys Rock Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Sawmills?

The tallest waterfall near Sawmills is Linville Falls at 90 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Sawmills?

Yes, 27 waterfalls near Sawmills have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Sawmills?

The closest waterfall to Sawmills is Silvervale Falls, approximately 16.2 miles away.

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