Waterfall Hikes Near Spindale, NC

4,218 residents
New York Time Zone
60 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Spindale? There are 60 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

59 of 60 gauged

4 of 59 waterfalls near Spindale are flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Moderate Big Falls Moderate Dutch Creek Falls Moderate Laurel Creek Falls Moderate Watauga Falls Moderate Blue Sea Falls Moderate Crabtree Falls Moderate Crystal Falls Moderate Falls of Gouges Creek Moderate Grassy Creek Falls Moderate Mitchell Falls Moderate Murphy Falls Moderate Roaring Spout Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Bradley Falls Moderate Camp Minnehaha Falls Moderate Hickorynut Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Toms Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Glencannon Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Laughing Falls Moderate Looking Glass Falls Moderate Maidenhair Falls Moderate Slick Rock Falls Moderate Douglas Falk Strong Walker Falls Strong Gordons Mill Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Hooker Falls Moderate Pearsons Falls Moderate Shoal Creek Falls Moderate Turley Falls Moderate Triple Falls Moderate Jones Falls Strong Linville Falls Roaring Lower Falls Moderate Reedy River Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Reems Creek Falls Moderate Silvervale Falls Moderate

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 90°F

Tod 84°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 86°F Areas Of Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 86°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 88°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 89°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 90°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 91°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Spindale

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Slicking Falls Strong · 4 cfs 88th percentile
  2. 2 Linville Falls Strong · 326 cfs 88th percentile
  3. 3 Walker Falls Strong · 6 cfs 82nd percentile
  4. 4 Douglas Falk Strong · 6 cfs 82nd percentile
  5. 5 Jones Falls Strong · 1350 cfs 75th percentile
  6. 6 Bird Rock Falls Moderate · 162 cfs 72nd percentile

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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

11.7 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Spindale (44 waterfalls)

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

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

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

The Cascades

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

Bradley Falls

39.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Bead and Lace Falls

5.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 60 Waterfalls Near Spindale

Mitchell Falls waterfall

Mitchell Falls

19.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Roaring Spout Falls

26.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laughing Falls waterfall

Laughing Falls

5.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Blue Sea Falls waterfall

Blue Sea Falls

20.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Triple Falls waterfall

Triple Falls

6.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.9 miles 300 ft

Douglas Falk

12.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Pelham Falls

42.8 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hooker Falls waterfall

Hooker Falls

6.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.9 miles 50 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

29.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Walker Falls waterfall

Walker Falls

10.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

32.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.4 miles 300 ft
Looking Glass Falls waterfall

Looking Glass Falls

8 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

3.5 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Glencannon Falls

31.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Slick Rock Falls waterfall

Slick Rock Falls

30.4 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
Gordons Mill Falls waterfall

Gordons Mill Falls

44.9 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Yellowstone Falls waterfall

Yellowstone Falls

32.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft
Second Falls waterfall

Second Falls

32.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Maidenhair Falls waterfall

Maidenhair Falls

3.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

12.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Spindale

Are there free waterfalls near Spindale?

There are 40 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 44 dog-friendly waterfalls near Spindale, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Spindale?

There are 42 kid-friendly waterfalls near Spindale, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Spindale?

There are 5 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, 57 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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