Waterfall Hikes Near West Jefferson, NC

1,508 residents
New York Time Zone
21 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near West Jefferson? There are 21 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of West Jefferson. 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.

Located at 36.3938°N, -81.4898°W

Map of Waterfalls Near West Jefferson

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

19 of 21 gauged

19 waterfalls near West Jefferson have live flow data today

Abrams Falls Barely Flowing Betseys Rock Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Long Hope Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Barely Flowing Dutch Creek Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Creek Falls Barely Flowing Watauga Falls Barely Flowing Carter Falls Low Little Falls Low Coon Den Falls Moderate Jones Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Crystal Falls Barely Flowing Falls of Gouges Creek Barely Flowing Linville Falls Barely Flowing Moravian Falls Moderate Silvervale Falls Barely Flowing The Falls Low

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 65°F

Sun 59°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Mon 65°F Sunny Best
Tue 67°F Sunny
Wed 62°F Partly Sunny
Thu 67°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 70°F Sunny
Sat 68°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near West Jefferson

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Laurel Falls Moderate · 408 cfs 58th percentile
  2. 2 Coon Den Falls Moderate · 408 cfs 58th percentile
  3. 3 Jones Falls Moderate · 408 cfs 58th percentile
  4. 4 Moravian Falls Moderate · 456 cfs 57th percentile
  5. 5 Little Falls Low · 667 cfs 12th percentile
  6. 6 Carter Falls Low · 667 cfs 12th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near West Jefferson (7 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 waterfall

Cascade Falls

8.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Betseys Rock Falls waterfall

Betseys Rock Falls

8.8 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
Unknown Unknown
Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

21.4 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.1 miles Unknown

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around West Jefferson (14 waterfalls)

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

Long Hope Falls waterfall

Long Hope Falls

6.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Gentry Creek Falls waterfall CC

Gentry Creek Falls

17.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft

All 21 Waterfalls Near West Jefferson

Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

49.7 miles away
North Carolina
Unknown
Unknown Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near West Jefferson

Are there free waterfalls near West Jefferson?

There are 16 free waterfalls near West Jefferson, including Abrams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near West Jefferson?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near West Jefferson, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in West Jefferson?

There are 14 dog-friendly waterfalls near West Jefferson, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near West Jefferson?

There are 16 kid-friendly waterfalls near West Jefferson, including Abrams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near West Jefferson?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near West Jefferson, including Laurel Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near West Jefferson?

The shortest waterfall hike near West Jefferson is Big Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near West Jefferson?

The tallest waterfall near West Jefferson is Betseys Rock Falls at 200 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around West Jefferson?

Yes, 21 waterfalls near West Jefferson have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to West Jefferson?

The closest waterfall to West Jefferson is Long Hope Falls, approximately 6.9 miles away.

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