Waterfall Hikes Near West Canton, NC

1,354 residents
New York Time Zone
94 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near West Canton? There are 94 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of West Canton. 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 35.5384°N, -82.8672°W

Map of Waterfalls Near West Canton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

94 of 94 gauged

21 of 94 waterfalls near West Canton are flowing strongly today

Abrams Falls Strong Berties Falls Moderate Betsy Falls Barely Flowing Fairfield Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Maidenhair Falls Barely Flowing Onion Cliff Falls Barely Flowing Onion Falls Barely Flowing Slatten Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing Thurston Hatcher Falls Barely Flowing Big Bend Falls Moderate Kings Creek Falls Moderate Spoonauger Falls Moderate Blue Sea Falls Low Crabtree Falls Low Grassy Creek Falls Low Mitchell Falls Low Murphy Falls Low Roaring Spout Falls Low Upper Falls Low 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 Moderate Glencannon Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Laughing Falls Moderate Looking Glass Falls Moderate Maidenhair Falls Moderate Slick Rock Falls Moderate 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 Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Reedy Cove Falls Barely Flowing 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 Low Walker Falls Low Estatoah Falls Low Flat Creek Falls Moderate Grotto Falls Strong Laurel Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Ramsey Cascades Strong Wilson Falls Strong Hidden Falls Strong Isaqueena Falls Strong High Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Strong Hooker Falls Strong Pearsons Falls Strong Shoal Creek Falls Strong Turley Falls Strong Triple Falls Strong Little Creek Falls Strong Mingo Falls Strong Mouse Creek Falls Roaring Raven Cliff Falls Strong Reems Creek Falls Strong Slicking Falls Low Soco Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 88°F

Aft 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 85°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 87°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 88°F Sunny Best
Tue 87°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near West Canton

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Mouse Creek Falls Roaring · 1490 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Little Creek Falls Strong · 458 cfs 88th percentile
  3. 3 Mingo Falls Strong · 458 cfs 88th percentile
  4. 4 Abrams Falls Strong · 540 cfs 86th percentile
  5. 5 Laurel Falls Strong · 181 cfs 84th percentile
  6. 6 Hooker Falls Strong · 700 cfs 84th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near West Canton (18 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.

3.4 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
24.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around West Canton (62 waterfalls)

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

21.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft
3.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft
5.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft

All 94 Waterfalls Near West Canton

21.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 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
5.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
24.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
25.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
31.5 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
11.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
25.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
17.8 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
25.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
0.4 miles 160 ft
11.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
11.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
3.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
16.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
15.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
13.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.2 miles 600 ft
2.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near West Canton

Are there free waterfalls near West Canton?

There are 59 free waterfalls near West Canton, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near West Canton?

There are 18 easy waterfall hikes near West Canton, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in West Canton?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near West Canton?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near West Canton?

There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near West Canton, including Courthouse Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near West Canton?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near West Canton?

The tallest waterfall near West Canton is Buckeye Falls at 475 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around West Canton?

Yes, 94 waterfalls near West Canton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to West Canton?

The closest waterfall to West Canton is Upper Falls, approximately 10.8 miles away.

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