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

24 of 96 waterfalls near Waynesville are flowing strongly today

Abrams Falls Roaring Bead and Lace 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 Low Catheys Creek Falls Low Connestee Falls Low Dismal Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Schoolhouse Falls Low Windy Falls Low Whitewater Falls Low Upper Falls Low Toxaway Falls Low Blue Sea Falls Strong Mitchell Falls Strong Bradley Falls Moderate Camp Minnehaha Falls Moderate Hickorynut Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Toms Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate 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 Moderate Burningtown Falls Moderate Cullasaja Falls Moderate Dry Falls Moderate Glen Falls Moderate Highlands Falls Moderate Satulah Falls Moderate Buckeye Falls Strong Spivey Falls Strong Clearwater Falls Low Lower Falls Low Reedy Cove Falls Low Courthouse Falls Strong Dill Falls Strong Lower Vernal Falls Strong Second Falls Strong Yellowstone Falls Strong Woodfin Falls Strong Upper Vernal Falls Strong Upper Falls Strong Douglas Falk Strong Walker Falls Strong Estatoah Falls Moderate Timpson Falls Moderate Flat Creek Falls Strong Grotto Falls Roaring Laurel Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Ramsey Cascades Roaring Wilson Falls Roaring Hidden Falls Barely Flowing Isaqueena Falls Barely Flowing Sids Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Moderate High Falls Low Hooker Falls Low Pearsons Falls Low Shoal Creek Falls Low Turley Falls Low Triple Falls Low Kennedy Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Queens Falls Moderate Little Creek Falls Roaring Mingo Falls Roaring Mouse Creek Falls Moderate Raven Cliff Falls Moderate Reems Creek Falls Roaring Santeetlah Bluff Falls Moderate Stewart Falls Moderate Slicking Falls Low Stekoa Falls Moderate Soco Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Independence Day

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely · 88°F

Mon 85°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 86°F Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 88°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 89°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 89°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 88°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely Best
Sun 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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 Grotto Falls Roaring · 2130 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Rainbow Falls Roaring · 2130 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Ramsey Cascades Roaring · 2130 cfs 99th percentile
  4. 4 Laurel Falls Roaring · 2130 cfs 99th percentile
  5. 5 Wilson Falls Roaring · 2130 cfs 99th percentile
  6. 6 Mingo Falls Roaring · 780 cfs 95th 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.

35.5 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.

32.6 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

16.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
26.4 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft
33.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
43.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.6 miles 585 ft
15.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
43.9 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
5.4 miles 800 ft
23.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
9.1 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
13.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
26.8 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
13.7 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.9 miles 50 ft
14.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
36.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
26.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
13.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.9 miles 300 ft
8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft
12.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
33 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
18.2 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
26.1 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.5 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Waynesville

Are there free waterfalls near Waynesville?

There are 59 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 miles away.