Waterfall Hikes Near Sylva, NC

2,601 residents
New York Time Zone
101 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Sylva? There are 101 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Sylva. 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 35.3754°N, -83.2185°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Sylva

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

101 of 101 gauged

38 of 101 waterfalls near Sylva are flowing strongly today

Abrams Falls Roaring Bald River Falls Moderate Bead and Lace Falls Moderate Bemis Camp Falls Strong Big Falls Strong Leatherwood Falls Strong Middle Falls Strong Santeetlah Bluff Falls Strong Sassafras Falls Strong Upper Falls Strong Stewart Falls Strong Berties Falls Strong Betsy Falls Moderate Fairfield Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Maidenhair Falls Moderate Onion Cliff Falls Moderate Onion Falls Moderate Slatten Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Thurston Hatcher Falls Moderate Big Bend Falls Barely Flowing Kings Creek Falls Barely Flowing Spoonauger Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Rock Creek Falls Barely Flowing Bird Rock Falls Moderate Catheys Creek Falls Moderate Connestee Falls Moderate Dismal Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Schoolhouse Falls Moderate Windy Falls Moderate Whitewater Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Toxaway 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 Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Burningtown Falls Moderate Cullasaja Falls Moderate Dry Falls Moderate Glen Falls Moderate Highlands Falls Moderate Satulah Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Roaring Toccoa Falls Roaring Clearwater Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Reedy Cove Falls Moderate Courthouse Falls Roaring Dill Falls Roaring Lower Vernal Falls Roaring Second Falls Roaring Yellowstone Falls Roaring Woodfin Falls Roaring Upper Vernal Falls Roaring Upper Falls Roaring Estatoah Falls Strong Wilson Falls Strong Timpson Falls Strong Flat Creek Falls Roaring Grotto Falls Roaring Laurel Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Ramsey Cascades Roaring Wilson Falls Roaring Haynes Falls Strong High Falls Moderate High Falls Low Hooker Falls Low Pearsons Falls Low Shoal Creek Falls Low Turley Falls Low Triple Falls Low Kennedy Falls Roaring Lower Falls Roaring Queens Falls Roaring Little Creek Falls Roaring Mingo Falls Roaring Mouse Creek Falls Roaring Raven Cliff Falls Moderate Reems Creek Falls Strong Slicking Falls Low Stekoa Falls Moderate Soco Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely · 89°F

Aft 81°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 87°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 89°F Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely Best
Wed 91°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 92°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Sylva

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Courthouse Falls Roaring · 44 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Dill Falls Roaring · 44 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Second Falls Roaring · 44 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Yellowstone Falls Roaring · 44 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Woodfin Falls Roaring · 44 cfs 100th percentile
  6. 6 Mingo Falls Roaring · 788 cfs 100th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Sylva (22 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.

35.5 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
47.7 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Sylva (66 waterfalls)

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

29.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
0.4 miles 160 ft
32.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft

All 101 Waterfalls Near Sylva

32.5 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Sylva

Are there free waterfalls near Sylva?

There are 62 free waterfalls near Sylva, including Bald River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Sylva?

There are 22 easy waterfall hikes near Sylva, including Bald River Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Sylva?

There are 66 dog-friendly waterfalls near Sylva, including Bald River Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Sylva?

There are 70 kid-friendly waterfalls near Sylva, including Abrams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Sylva?

There are 6 waterfalls that allow swimming near Sylva, including Courthouse Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Sylva?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Sylva?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Sylva?

Yes, 101 waterfalls near Sylva have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Sylva?

The closest waterfall to Sylva is Soco Falls, approximately 7.8 miles away.