Waterfall Hikes Near Wilkesboro, NC

3,674 residents

New York Time Zone

20 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Wilkesboro? There are 20 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Wilkesboro. 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 36.1424°N, -81.1740°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Wilkesboro

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

18 of 20 gauged

7 of 18 waterfalls near Wilkesboro are flowing strongly today

Betseys Rock Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Long Hope Falls Moderate Big Falls Roaring Dutch Creek Falls Roaring Laurel Creek Falls Roaring Watauga Falls Roaring Carter Falls Moderate Little Falls Moderate Coon Den Falls Moderate Jones Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Falls of Gouges Creek Strong Linville Falls Strong Moravian Falls Low Silvervale Falls Moderate Tory Falls Roaring The Falls Low

Updated 32 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 90°F

Aft 86°F Scattered Rain Showers

Mon 90°F Sunny Best

Tue 94°F Mostly Sunny

Wed 96°F Sunny

Thu 99°F Sunny

Fri 97°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Ind 99°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Wilkesboro (4 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.

Moravian Falls

29 miles away

North Carolina

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Cascade Falls

25.8 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

0.8 miles 100 ft

Carter Falls

24.6 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Wilkesboro (16 waterfalls)

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

Betseys Rock Falls

29.4 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Silvervale Falls

37.2 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 20 Waterfalls Near Wilkesboro

Moravian Falls

29 miles away

North Carolina

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Betseys Rock Falls

29.4 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Cascade Falls

25.8 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

0.8 miles 100 ft

Little Falls

31.2 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Carter Falls

24.6 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

1.5 miles 200 ft

Silvervale Falls

37.2 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Dutch Creek Falls

43.8 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Long Hope Falls

39.7 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

4.5 miles 800 ft

The Falls

40.4 miles away

Virginia

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Laurel Creek Falls

42.4 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Watauga Falls

30.8 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Big Falls

46.7 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Jones Falls

45.9 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

3.0 miles 300 ft

Twisting Falls

6.2 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

1.5 miles 400 ft

Linville Falls

30.8 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

1.6 miles 250 ft

Gentry Creek Falls

39.8 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

4.5 miles 500 ft

Coon Den Falls

37.7 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.6 miles 500 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek

43.8 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Laurel Falls

36 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.3 miles 300 ft

Tory Falls

44.1 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

1.2 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Wilkesboro

Are there free waterfalls near Wilkesboro?

There are 16 free waterfalls near Wilkesboro, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Wilkesboro?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Wilkesboro, including Carter Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Wilkesboro?

There are 16 dog-friendly waterfalls near Wilkesboro, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Wilkesboro?

There are 16 kid-friendly waterfalls near Wilkesboro, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Wilkesboro?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Wilkesboro?

The shortest waterfall hike near Wilkesboro is Betseys Rock Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Wilkesboro?

The tallest waterfall near Wilkesboro is Linville Falls at 90 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Wilkesboro?

Yes, 19 waterfalls near Wilkesboro have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Wilkesboro?

The closest waterfall to Wilkesboro is Moravian Falls, approximately 3.4 miles away.

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