Waterfall Hikes Near Smithfield, NC

11,527 residents

New York Time Zone

4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

The Neuse runs flat past Smithfield, so waterfall hunting means heading west into the Cape Fear drainage. Raven Rock State Park holds the main event, Lanier Falls, a five mile round trip that climbs about 300 feet with the dog welcome throughout. Two separate falls named Little Falls each offer a level mile of walking, good for an unhurried afternoon. Upper Falls is on the books by name alone. Count on four waterfalls within the fifty mile radius here.

Located at 35.5133°N, -78.3495°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Smithfield

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4 waterfalls near Smithfield have live flow data today

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Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 93°F

Thu 96°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Fri 96°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sat 92°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sun 93°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms Best

Mon 98°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Tue 95°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Wed 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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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.