Waterfall Hikes Near Sparta, NC

1,795 residents
New York Time Zone
21 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Sparta? There are 21 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Sparta. 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 36.5034°N, -81.1217°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Sparta

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

19 of 21 gauged

6 of 19 waterfalls near Sparta are flowing strongly today

Betseys Rock Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Long Hope Falls Barely Flowing Carter Falls Low Little Falls Low Dutch Creek Falls Moderate Laurel Creek Falls Moderate Watauga Falls Moderate Falls of Dismal Low Great Falls of Dan Moderate Smith River Falls Moderate Hidden Falls Roaring Lower Cascade Falls Roaring Window Falls Roaring Upper Cascade Falls Roaring Tory Falls Roaring Moravian Falls Low Silvervale Falls Strong The Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 83°F

Aft 76°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 78°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 81°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 83°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 88°F Sunny
Thu 90°F Sunny
Fri 86°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Sparta

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Silvervale Falls Strong · 22 cfs 89th percentile
  2. 2 Dutch Creek Falls Moderate · 46 cfs 64th percentile
  3. 3 Laurel Creek Falls Moderate · 46 cfs 64th percentile
  4. 4 Watauga Falls Moderate · 46 cfs 64th percentile
  5. 5 Smith River Falls Moderate · 7 cfs 60th percentile
  6. 6 Great Falls of Dan Moderate · 7 cfs 60th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Sparta (5 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.

Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

24.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

29 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

25.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Sparta (16 waterfalls)

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

The Falls waterfall

The Falls

40.4 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Betseys Rock Falls waterfall

Betseys Rock Falls

29.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 21 Waterfalls Near Sparta

Twisting Falls waterfall

Twisting Falls

6.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Sparta

Are there free waterfalls near Sparta?

There are 16 free waterfalls near Sparta, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Sparta?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Sparta, including Carter Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Sparta?

There are 16 dog-friendly waterfalls near Sparta, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Sparta?

There are 16 kid-friendly waterfalls near Sparta, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Sparta?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Sparta, including Falls of Dismal.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Sparta?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Sparta?

The tallest waterfall near Sparta is Moravian Falls at 35 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Sparta?

Yes, 16 waterfalls near Sparta have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Sparta?

The closest waterfall to Sparta is Little Falls, approximately 9.7 miles away.

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