Waterfall Hikes Near West Jefferson, NC
within 50 miles
Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near West Jefferson? Luckily, there are 32 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of West Jefferson, 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.
Map of Waterfalls Near West Jefferson
Find waterfalls to hike near West Jefferson
🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near West Jefferson (8 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.

Cascade Falls
22.9 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.8 miles
Elevation Gain: 100 ft

Silvervale Falls
9.7 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.1 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around West Jefferson (22 waterfalls)
Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Long Hope Falls
29.4 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 800 ft

Cascade Falls
22.9 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.8 miles
Elevation Gain: 100 ft

Betseys Rock Falls
16.9 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Gentry Creek Falls
17.5 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft

Silvervale Falls
9.7 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.1 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
All Hiking Trails Near West Jefferson With Waterfalls

Long Hope Falls
29.4 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 800 ft

Cascade Falls
22.9 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.8 miles
Elevation Gain: 100 ft

Betseys Rock Falls
16.9 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Gentry Creek Falls
17.5 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft

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

Silvervale Falls
9.7 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.1 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Laurel Creek Falls
44.1 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Watauga Falls
26 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Dutch Creek Falls
4.8 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Moravian Falls
52.9 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Drive Up
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Twisting Falls
37.1 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft

Big Falls
51.9 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Jones Falls
26.8 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Carter Falls
42.8 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft

Laurel Falls
34.1 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Coon Den Falls
33.8 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft

The Falls
25.7 miles awayVirginia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Linville Falls
19 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 250 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek
39.8 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Abrams Falls
28.4 miles awayVirginia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 5.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 675 ft