Waterfall Hikes Near Spindale, NC

4,218 residents
New_York Time Zone
51 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Spindale? There are 51 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Spindale. 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 35.3597°N, -81.9232°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Spindale

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

51 of 51 gauged

45 of 51 waterfalls near Spindale are flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Roaring Big Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Rock Creek Falls Strong Bird Rock Falls Roaring Catheys Creek Falls Roaring Connestee Falls Roaring 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 Bradley Falls Roaring Camp Minnehaha Falls Roaring Hickorynut Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Toms Falls Roaring The Cascades Roaring Bridal Veil Falls Strong Glencannon Falls Strong High Falls Strong Laughing Falls Strong Looking Glass Falls Strong Maidenhair Falls Strong Slick Rock Falls Strong Courthouse Falls Strong Second Falls Strong Yellowstone Falls Strong Upper Falls Strong Douglas Falk Roaring Walker Falls Roaring Gordons Mill Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Hooker Falls Roaring Pearsons Falls Roaring Shoal Creek Falls Roaring Turley Falls Roaring Triple Falls Roaring Linville Falls Roaring Lower Falls Moderate Reedy River Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Pelham Falls Moderate Raven Cliff Falls Moderate Reems Creek Falls Roaring Silvervale Falls Roaring Slicking Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny · 75°F

Tue 79°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 81°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 84°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 78°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 73°F Rain Showers Likely
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 Spindale (11 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.

Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

38.4 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Spindale (39 waterfalls)

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

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

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

The Cascades

40.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bradley Falls waterfall

Bradley Falls

13 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Bead and Lace Falls

4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 51 Waterfalls Near Spindale

Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

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

The Cascades

40.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bradley Falls waterfall

Bradley Falls

13 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Camp Minnehaha Falls waterfall

Camp Minnehaha Falls

22.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bead and Lace Falls

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

Toms Falls

4.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pearsons Falls waterfall

Pearsons Falls

12.3 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 120 ft

Turley Falls

38.7 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
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

12.2 miles away
South 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
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

24.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft
Rock Creek Falls waterfall

Rock Creek Falls

18.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

28.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

33.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Murphy Falls

33.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 300 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek

17.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

10.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Shoal Creek Falls waterfall

Shoal Creek Falls

37.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Spindale

Are there free waterfalls near Spindale?

There are 35 free waterfalls near Spindale, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Spindale?

There are 11 easy waterfall hikes near Spindale, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Spindale?

There are 39 dog-friendly waterfalls near Spindale, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Spindale?

There are 38 kid-friendly waterfalls near Spindale, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Spindale?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Spindale, including Courthouse Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Spindale?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Spindale?

The tallest waterfall near Spindale is Raven Cliff Falls at 420 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Spindale?

Yes, 48 waterfalls near Spindale have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Spindale?

The closest waterfall to Spindale is Hickorynut Falls, approximately 17.8 miles away.

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