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

4 of 30 waterfalls near Valle Crucis are flowing strongly today

Abrams Falls Roaring Betseys Rock Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Long Hope Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Roaring Big Falls Barely Flowing Dutch Creek Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Creek Falls Barely Flowing Watauga Falls Barely Flowing Buckeye Falls Strong Spivey Falls Strong Douglas Falk Low Walker Falls Low Linville Falls Barely Flowing Moravian Falls Low Silvervale Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely · 80°F

Thu 80°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 81°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 80°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely Best
Sun 81°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 82°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 80°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 80°F Mostly Sunny then 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 Abrams Falls Roaring · 28 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Big Falls Roaring · 1410 cfs 90th percentile
  3. 3 Spivey Falls Strong · 119 cfs 81st percentile
  4. 4 Buckeye Falls Strong · 119 cfs 81st percentile
  5. 5 Coon Den Falls Moderate · 982 cfs 65th percentile
  6. 6 Jones Falls Moderate · 982 cfs 65th 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

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

Big Falls

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

Jones Falls

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

Twisting Falls

17.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft

All 32 Waterfalls Near Valle Crucis

Dutch Creek Falls waterfall

Dutch Creek Falls

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

Laurel Creek Falls

20.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Watauga Falls

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

Big Falls

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

Jones Falls

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

Twisting Falls

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

Long Hope Falls

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

Silvervale Falls

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

Cascade Falls

38.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

Coon Den Falls

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

Laurel Falls

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

Linville Falls

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

Betseys Rock Falls

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

Gentry Creek Falls

17.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek

37.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

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

Grassy Creek Falls

31 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

46.4 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

40.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Murphy Falls

40.1 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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