Waterfall Hikes Near Waynesville, NC

10,307 residents
New_York Time Zone
96 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Waynesville? There are 96 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Waynesville. 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 35.4854°N, -82.9996°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Waynesville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

96 of 96 gauged

9 of 96 waterfalls near Waynesville are flowing strongly today

Abrams Falls Barely Flowing Bead and Lace Falls Barely Flowing Berties Falls Barely Flowing Betsy Falls Roaring Fairfield Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Maidenhair Falls Roaring Onion Cliff Falls Roaring Onion Falls Roaring Slatten Falls Roaring Twin Falls Roaring Thurston Hatcher Falls Roaring 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 Barely Flowing Catheys Creek Falls Barely Flowing Connestee Falls Barely Flowing Dismal Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Schoolhouse Falls Barely Flowing Windy Falls Barely Flowing Whitewater Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Toxaway Falls Barely Flowing Blue Sea Falls Barely Flowing Mitchell 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 Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Glencannon Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Laughing Falls Barely Flowing Looking Glass Falls Barely Flowing Maidenhair Falls Barely Flowing Slick Rock Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Burningtown Falls Barely Flowing Cullasaja Falls Barely Flowing Dry Falls Barely Flowing Glen Falls Barely Flowing Highlands Falls Barely Flowing Satulah Falls Barely Flowing Buckeye Falls Barely Flowing Spivey Falls Barely Flowing Clearwater Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Reedy Cove Falls Barely Flowing Courthouse Falls Barely Flowing Dill Falls Barely Flowing Lower Vernal Falls Barely Flowing Second Falls Barely Flowing Yellowstone Falls Barely Flowing Woodfin Falls Barely Flowing Upper Vernal Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Douglas Falk Barely Flowing Walker Falls Barely Flowing Estatoah Falls Barely Flowing Timpson Falls Barely Flowing Flat Creek Falls Barely Flowing Grotto Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Ramsey Cascades Barely Flowing Wilson Falls Barely Flowing Hidden Falls Barely Flowing Isaqueena Falls Barely Flowing Sids Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Hooker Falls Barely Flowing Pearsons Falls Barely Flowing Shoal Creek Falls Barely Flowing Turley Falls Barely Flowing Triple Falls Barely Flowing Kennedy Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Queens Falls Barely Flowing Little Creek Falls Barely Flowing Mingo Falls Barely Flowing Mouse Creek Falls Barely Flowing Raven Cliff Falls Moderate Reems Creek Falls Barely Flowing Santeetlah Bluff Falls Barely Flowing Stewart Falls Barely Flowing Slicking Falls Barely Flowing Stekoa Falls Barely Flowing Soco Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 78°F

Fri 78°F Sunny Best
Sat 83°F Sunny
Sun 84°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 85°F Sunny
Tue 84°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 81°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 80°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Waynesville (19 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.

7.5 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Waynesville (62 waterfalls)

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

10.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
12.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 96 Waterfalls Near Waynesville

41.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
7.5 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
10.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
22.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
22.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
12.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
27.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft
37.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
0.4 miles 160 ft
9.7 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
9.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft
9.3 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
8.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
8.7 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
2.5 miles 200 ft
3.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
8.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
15.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.2 miles 600 ft
12.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
8.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
3.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
3.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Waynesville

Are there free waterfalls near Waynesville?

There are 58 free waterfalls near Waynesville, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Waynesville?

There are 19 easy waterfall hikes near Waynesville, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Waynesville?

There are 62 dog-friendly waterfalls near Waynesville, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Waynesville?

There are 64 kid-friendly waterfalls near Waynesville, including Abrams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Waynesville?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Waynesville?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Waynesville?

The tallest waterfall near Waynesville is Buckeye Falls at 475 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Waynesville?

Yes, 96 waterfalls near Waynesville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Waynesville?

The closest waterfall to Waynesville is Woodfin Falls, approximately 6.0 miles away.