Waterfall Hikes Near West Marion, NC

916 residents
New York Time Zone
46 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near West Marion? There are 46 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of West Marion. 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 35.6525°N, -82.0191°W

Map of Waterfalls Near West Marion

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

45 of 46 gauged

10 of 45 waterfalls near West Marion are flowing strongly today

Big Falls Low Dutch Creek Falls Low Laurel Creek Falls Low Watauga Falls Low Blue Sea Falls Low Crabtree Falls Low Crystal Falls Low Falls of Gouges Creek 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 Buckeye Falls Strong Spivey Falls Strong Coon Den Falls Moderate Jones Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Douglas Falk Low Walker Falls Low High Falls Strong Hooker Falls Strong Pearsons Falls Strong Shoal Creek Falls Strong Turley Falls Strong Triple Falls Strong Linville Falls Barely Flowing Pelham Falls Strong Reems Creek Falls Strong Silvervale Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 91°F

Aft 91°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 94°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 94°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 96°F Sunny
Tue 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near West Marion

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Spivey Falls Strong · 160 cfs 86th percentile
  2. 2 Buckeye Falls Strong · 160 cfs 86th percentile
  3. 3 Triple Falls Strong · 700 cfs 84th percentile
  4. 4 Turley Falls Strong · 700 cfs 84th percentile
  5. 5 Shoal Creek Falls Strong · 700 cfs 84th percentile
  6. 6 Pearsons Falls Strong · 700 cfs 84th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near West Marion (6 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around West Marion (34 waterfalls)

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

Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

31 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

30.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

40.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Murphy Falls

40.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 300 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek

37.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 46 Waterfalls Near West Marion

Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

19.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Twisting Falls waterfall

Twisting Falls

17.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft
Bradley Falls waterfall

Bradley Falls

31.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Coon Den Falls

5.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.6 miles 500 ft
Pearsons Falls waterfall

Pearsons Falls

31 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 120 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

24.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft
Dutch Creek Falls waterfall

Dutch Creek Falls

38 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Watauga Falls

44 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Creek Falls waterfall

Laurel Creek Falls

20.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

42.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Turley Falls

6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spivey Falls waterfall

Spivey Falls

39.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

30.8 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Rock Creek Falls waterfall

Rock Creek Falls

37.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Buckeye Falls

47.2 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.0 miles 2 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

13.7 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Shoal Creek Falls waterfall

Shoal Creek Falls

13.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laughing Falls waterfall

Laughing Falls

15.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Triple Falls waterfall

Triple Falls

16.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.9 miles 300 ft

Pelham Falls

8.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near West Marion

Are there free waterfalls near West Marion?

There are 31 free waterfalls near West Marion, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near West Marion?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near West Marion, including Hickorynut Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in West Marion?

There are 34 dog-friendly waterfalls near West Marion, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near West Marion?

There are 31 kid-friendly waterfalls near West Marion, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near West Marion?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near West Marion, including Hooker Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near West Marion?

The shortest waterfall hike near West Marion is Bead and Lace Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near West Marion?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around West Marion?

Yes, 46 waterfalls near West Marion have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to West Marion?

The closest waterfall to West Marion is Grassy Creek Falls, approximately 12.8 miles away.

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