Waterfall Hikes Near Shelby, NC

21,712 residents
New York Time Zone
16 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Shelby? There are 16 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Shelby. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 35.2904°N, -81.5451°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Shelby

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

16 of 16 gauged

4 of 16 waterfalls near Shelby are flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Strong Big Falls Barely Flowing Rock Creek Falls Barely Flowing Bradley Falls Moderate Camp Minnehaha Falls Moderate Hickorynut Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Toms Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Gordons Mill Falls Barely Flowing Hendricks Falls Low Linville Falls Strong Pearsons Falls Low Turley Falls Low Pelham Falls Strong Silvervale Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 92°F

Mon 92°F Sunny Best
Tue 94°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 97°F Sunny
Thu 99°F Sunny
Fri 100°F Sunny
Ind 99°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 97°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Shelby

Updated about 2 hours ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Silvervale Falls Strong · 22 cfs 86th percentile
  2. 2 Linville Falls Strong · 46 cfs 84th percentile
  3. 3 Pelham Falls Strong · 51 cfs 83rd percentile
  4. 4 Bead and Lace Falls Strong · 664 cfs 77th percentile
  5. 5 Bradley Falls Moderate · 47 cfs 59th percentile
  6. 6 Camp Minnehaha Falls Moderate · 47 cfs 59th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Shelby (2 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.

Pearsons Falls waterfall

Pearsons Falls

45.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 120 ft
Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

22.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Shelby (11 waterfalls)

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

Bradley Falls waterfall

Bradley Falls

49.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

23.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

37.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

23.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 16 Waterfalls Near Shelby

Bradley Falls waterfall

Bradley Falls

49.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Pearsons Falls waterfall

Pearsons Falls

45.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 120 ft
Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

22.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

23.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

37.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

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

Camp Minnehaha Falls

23 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hendricks Falls

45.2 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft

Bead and Lace Falls

14.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Toms Falls waterfall

Toms Falls

23.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

10.5 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Turley Falls

15.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rock Creek Falls waterfall

Rock Creek Falls

8.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Gordons Mill Falls waterfall

Gordons Mill Falls

32.6 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Linville Falls waterfall

Linville Falls

30.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 ft

Pelham Falls

10.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Shelby

Are there free waterfalls near Shelby?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Shelby, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Shelby?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Shelby, including Hickorynut Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Shelby?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near Shelby, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Shelby?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Shelby, including Bead and Lace Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Shelby?

The shortest waterfall hike near Shelby is Bead and Lace Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Shelby?

The tallest waterfall near Shelby is Hickorynut Falls at 404 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Shelby?

Yes, 16 waterfalls near Shelby have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Shelby?

The closest waterfall to Shelby is Bradley Falls, approximately 32.7 miles away.

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