Waterfall Hikes Near Waynesville, NC

10,307 residents
New York Time Zone
97 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Waynesville? There are 97 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

97 of 97 gauged

3 of 97 waterfalls near Waynesville are flowing strongly today

Abrams Falls Moderate Bead and Lace Falls Low Bemis Camp Falls Moderate Santeetlah Bluff Falls Moderate Stewart Falls Moderate Berties Falls Low Betsy Falls Moderate Fairfield Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Maidenhair Falls Moderate Onion Cliff Falls Moderate Onion Falls Moderate Slatten Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Thurston Hatcher Falls Moderate 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 Low Burningtown Falls Low Cullasaja Falls Low Dry Falls Low Glen Falls Low Highlands Falls Low Satulah Falls Low Buckeye Falls Roaring Spivey Falls Roaring Clearwater Falls Low Lower Falls Low Reedy Cove Falls Low Courthouse Falls Low Dill Falls Low Lower Vernal Falls Low Second Falls Low Yellowstone Falls Low Woodfin Falls Low Upper Vernal Falls Low Upper Falls Low Douglas Falk Barely Flowing Walker Falls Barely Flowing Estatoah Falls Barely Flowing Timpson Falls Barely Flowing Flat Creek Falls Barely Flowing Grotto Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Ramsey Cascades Moderate Wilson Falls Moderate Hidden Falls Low Isaqueena Falls Low Sids Falls Low High Falls Low 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 Little Creek Falls Moderate Mingo Falls Moderate Mouse Creek Falls Moderate Raven Cliff Falls Moderate Reems Creek Falls Moderate Slicking Falls Low Stekoa Falls Low Soco Falls Strong

Updated 19 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

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Flowing best right now near Waynesville

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Spivey Falls Roaring · 265 cfs 90th percentile
  2. 2 Buckeye Falls Roaring · 265 cfs 90th percentile
  3. 3 Soco Falls Strong · 845 cfs 89th percentile
  4. 4 Thurston Hatcher Falls Strong · 752 cfs 89th percentile
  5. 5 Twin Falls Strong · 752 cfs 89th percentile
  6. 6 Slatten Falls Strong · 752 cfs 89th percentile

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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.

31.5 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Waynesville (63 waterfalls)

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

5.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
11.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 97 Waterfalls Near Waynesville

25.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
31.5 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
5.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
11.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
11.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
11.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
21.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft
25.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
0.4 miles 160 ft
3.4 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
3.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft
24.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
2.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
5.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
2.5 miles 200 ft
15 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
16.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
13.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.2 miles 600 ft
13.7 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
4.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
37 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
16.2 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 60 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 63 dog-friendly waterfalls near Waynesville, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Waynesville?

There are 65 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, 97 waterfalls near Waynesville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Waynesville?

The closest waterfall to Waynesville is Woodfin Falls, approximately 6 miles away.

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