Waterfall Hikes Near Waynesville, NC
within 50 miles
Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Waynesville? Luckily, there are 107 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Waynesville, 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.
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Find waterfalls to hike near Waynesville
🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Waynesville (46 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.

Soco Falls
7.5 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

North Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Waynesville (70 waterfalls)
Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Soco Falls
7.5 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Flat Creek Falls
30.8 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 800 ft

North Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
All Hiking Trails Near Waynesville With Waterfalls

Woodfin Falls
35 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Soco Falls
7.5 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Flat Creek Falls
30.8 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 800 ft

North Carolina
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

North Carolina
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

North Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

North Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft

Mingo Falls
27.3 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 0.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 160 ft

North Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 100 ft

North Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft

Courthouse Falls
52.9 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Dismal Falls
51.9 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Schoolhouse Falls
52.4 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 2.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft

Slatten Falls
43.2 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Little Creek Falls
24.4 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Mouse Creek Falls
29 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 600 ft

High Falls
29.9 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft

Slick Rock Falls
49.9 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.1 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Onion Cliff Falls
38.5 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft

Maidenhair Falls
52.8 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft