Waterfall Hikes Near Waco, NC

278 residents
New_York Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Waco? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Waco. 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 35.3622°N, -81.4287°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Waco

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 11 gauged

11 waterfalls near Waco have live flow data today

Bead and Lace Falls Barely Flowing Bradley Falls Barely Flowing Camp Minnehaha Falls Barely Flowing Hickorynut Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Toms Falls Barely Flowing The Cascades Barely Flowing Linville Falls Barely Flowing Moravian Falls Moderate Pearsons Falls Barely Flowing Silvervale Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 72°F

Thu 72°F Sunny Best
Fri 77°F Sunny
Sat 84°F Sunny
Sun 88°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 89°F Sunny
Tue 89°F Sunny
Wed 89°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Waco (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.

Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

4.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Waco (9 waterfalls)

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

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

5.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

33.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

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

Bradley Falls

18.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 11 Waterfalls Near Waco

Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

4.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

5.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

33.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

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

Bradley Falls

18.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Camp Minnehaha Falls waterfall

Camp Minnehaha Falls

49.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bead and Lace Falls

2.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Toms Falls waterfall

Toms Falls

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

Moravian Falls

48.9 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Pearsons Falls waterfall

Pearsons Falls

18.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 120 ft
Linville Falls waterfall

Linville Falls

12.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Waco

Are there free waterfalls near Waco?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Waco, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Waco?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Waco, including Hickorynut Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Waco?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Waco, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Waco?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Waco, including Bead and Lace Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Waco?

The shortest waterfall hike near Waco is Bead and Lace Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Waco?

The tallest waterfall near Waco is Hickorynut Falls at 404 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Waco?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Waco have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Waco?

The closest waterfall to Waco is Hickorynut Falls, approximately 38.6 miles away.

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