Waterfall Hikes Near Watauga, TN
within 50 miles
Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Watauga? Luckily, there are 33 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Watauga, making it a perfect hub for waterfall enthusiasts. These trails range from drive_up to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.
Map of Waterfalls Near Watauga
Find waterfalls to hike near Watauga
🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Watauga (8 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 Watauga (24 waterfalls)
Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Laurel Falls
22.8 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Coon Den Falls
21.2 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft

Twisting Falls
35.9 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft

Jones Falls
37.6 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
All Hiking Trails Near Watauga With Waterfalls

Laurel Falls
22.8 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Coon Den Falls
21.2 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft

Virginia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 5.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 675 ft

Twisting Falls
35.9 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft

Jones Falls
37.6 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Virginia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Big Falls
34.1 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Spivey Falls
24.2 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Drive Up
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Watauga Falls
14.6 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Laurel Creek Falls
35.5 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Buckeye Falls
27.6 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Hard
Trail Length: 8.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 2 ft

Long Hope Falls
32.8 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 800 ft

Roaring Spout Falls
31.9 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Mitchell Falls
38.7 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Dutch Creek Falls
20.6 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek
44 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Blue Sea Falls
67.9 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Murphy Falls
20.6 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Crabtree Falls
20.1 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft

Crystal Falls
20.6 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft