Waterfall Hikes Near Spruce Pine, NC

2,637 residents
New York Time Zone
39 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Spruce Pine? There are 39 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Spruce Pine. 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 35.9104°N, -82.0731°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Spruce Pine

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

37 of 39 gauged

17 of 37 waterfalls near Spruce Pine are flowing strongly today

Abrams Falls Roaring Bead and Lace Falls Moderate Betseys Rock Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Long Hope Falls Moderate Big Falls Roaring Dutch Creek Falls Roaring Laurel Creek Falls Roaring Watauga Falls Roaring Bradley Falls Strong Camp Minnehaha Falls Strong Hickorynut Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Toms Falls Strong The Cascades Strong Buckeye Falls Roaring Spivey Falls Roaring Coon Den Falls Moderate Jones Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Douglas Falk Roaring Walker Falls Roaring Linville Falls Strong Moravian Falls Low Pearsons Falls Barely Flowing Turley Falls Barely Flowing Reems Creek Falls Moderate Silvervale Falls Strong

Updated 40 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 79°F

Aft 79°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms Best
Mon 86°F Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 88°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Ind 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Spruce Pine

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Spivey Falls Roaring · 299 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Buckeye Falls Roaring · 299 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Watauga Falls Roaring · 135 cfs 98th percentile
  4. 4 Laurel Creek Falls Roaring · 135 cfs 98th percentile
  5. 5 Dutch Creek Falls Roaring · 135 cfs 98th percentile
  6. 6 Big Falls Roaring · 135 cfs 98th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Spruce Pine (4 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Spruce Pine (29 waterfalls)

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

Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

12.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek

43.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

14.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Murphy Falls

42.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 300 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

13.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft

All 39 Waterfalls Near Spruce Pine

Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

34.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

12.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek

43.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

14.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Murphy Falls

42.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 300 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

13.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft
Linville Falls waterfall

Linville Falls

30.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 ft

Roaring Spout Falls

22.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mitchell Falls waterfall

Mitchell Falls

44.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Blue Sea Falls waterfall

Blue Sea Falls

30.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Jones Falls waterfall

Jones Falls

45.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

46.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Coon Den Falls

37.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.6 miles 500 ft
Walker Falls waterfall

Walker Falls

31.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twisting Falls waterfall

Twisting Falls

6.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

36 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft

Douglas Falk

34.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spivey Falls waterfall

Spivey Falls

38.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dutch Creek Falls waterfall

Dutch Creek Falls

43.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Watauga Falls

30.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Spruce Pine

Are there free waterfalls near Spruce Pine?

There are 29 free waterfalls near Spruce Pine, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Spruce Pine?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Spruce Pine, including Cascade Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Spruce Pine?

There are 29 dog-friendly waterfalls near Spruce Pine, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Spruce Pine?

There are 28 kid-friendly waterfalls near Spruce Pine, including Abrams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Spruce Pine?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Spruce Pine, including Laurel Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Spruce Pine?

The shortest waterfall hike near Spruce Pine is Abrams Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Spruce Pine?

The tallest waterfall near Spruce Pine is Buckeye Falls at 475 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Spruce Pine?

Yes, 39 waterfalls near Spruce Pine have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Spruce Pine?

The closest waterfall to Spruce Pine is Crystal Falls, approximately 1.4 miles away.

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