Waterfall Hikes Near Valle Crucis, NC

137 residents
New York Time Zone
32 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Valle Crucis? There are 32 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Valle Crucis. 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 36.2076°N, -81.7861°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Valle Crucis

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

30 of 32 gauged

26 of 30 waterfalls near Valle Crucis are flowing strongly today

Abrams Falls Strong Betseys Rock Falls Roaring Cascade Falls Roaring Long Hope Falls Roaring Big Falls Moderate Big Falls Roaring Dutch Creek Falls Roaring Laurel Creek Falls Roaring Watauga 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 Buckeye Falls Roaring Spivey Falls Roaring Carter Falls Low Little Falls Low Coon Den Falls Roaring Jones Falls Roaring Laurel Falls Roaring Douglas Falk Roaring Walker Falls Roaring Linville Falls Strong Moravian Falls Moderate Silvervale Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny · 82°F

Mon 82°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 84°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 86°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 89°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 87°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 87°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 85°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Valle Crucis

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Long Hope Falls Roaring · 165 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Betseys Rock Falls Roaring · 165 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Cascade Falls Roaring · 165 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Douglas Falk Roaring · 5 cfs 96th percentile
  5. 5 Walker Falls Roaring · 5 cfs 96th percentile
  6. 6 Buckeye Falls Roaring · 187 cfs 92nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Valle Crucis (3 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 Valle Crucis (22 waterfalls)

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

Laurel Creek Falls waterfall

Laurel Creek Falls

42.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

46.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Jones Falls waterfall

Jones Falls

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

Twisting Falls

6.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft

All 32 Waterfalls Near Valle Crucis

Dutch Creek Falls waterfall

Dutch Creek Falls

43.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Creek Falls waterfall

Laurel Creek Falls

42.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Watauga Falls

30.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

46.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Jones Falls waterfall

Jones Falls

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

Twisting Falls

6.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft
Long Hope Falls waterfall

Long Hope Falls

39.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

37.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

25.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

Coon Den Falls

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

Laurel Falls

36 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft
Linville Falls waterfall

Linville Falls

30.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 ft
Betseys Rock Falls waterfall

Betseys Rock Falls

29.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Gentry Creek Falls waterfall CC

Gentry Creek Falls

39.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek

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

Moravian Falls

29 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Valle Crucis

Are there free waterfalls near Valle Crucis?

There are 23 free waterfalls near Valle Crucis, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Valle Crucis?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Valle Crucis, including Carter Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Valle Crucis?

There are 22 dog-friendly waterfalls near Valle Crucis, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Valle Crucis?

There are 22 kid-friendly waterfalls near Valle Crucis, including Abrams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Valle Crucis?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Valle Crucis, including Laurel Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Valle Crucis?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Valle Crucis?

The tallest waterfall near Valle Crucis is Buckeye Falls at 475 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Valle Crucis?

Yes, 32 waterfalls near Valle Crucis have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Valle Crucis?

The closest waterfall to Valle Crucis is Dutch Creek Falls, approximately 1 miles away.

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