Waterfall Hikes Near Biltmore Forest, NC

1,700 residents
New York Time Zone
84 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Biltmore Forest? There are 84 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Biltmore Forest. 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 35.5348°N, -82.5403°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Biltmore Forest

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

84 of 84 gauged

1 of 84 waterfalls near Biltmore Forest is flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Barely Flowing Betsy Falls Moderate Fairfield Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Maidenhair Falls Moderate Onion Cliff Falls Moderate Onion Falls Moderate Slatten Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Thurston Hatcher Falls Moderate Big Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Rock Creek Falls Low Bird Rock Falls Low Catheys Creek Falls Low Connestee Falls Low Dismal Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Schoolhouse Falls Low Windy Falls Low Whitewater Falls Low Upper Falls Low Toxaway Falls Low Blue Sea Falls Barely Flowing Crabtree Falls Barely Flowing Crystal Falls Barely Flowing Falls of Gouges Creek Barely Flowing Grassy Creek Falls Barely Flowing Mitchell Falls Barely Flowing Murphy Falls Barely Flowing Roaring Spout Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing 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 Barely Flowing Glencannon Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Laughing Falls Barely Flowing Looking Glass Falls Barely Flowing Maidenhair Falls Barely Flowing Slick Rock Falls Barely Flowing Buckeye Falls Barely Flowing Spivey Falls Barely Flowing Clearwater Falls Low Lower Falls Low Reedy Cove Falls Low Courthouse Falls Barely Flowing Dill Falls Barely Flowing Lower Vernal Falls Barely Flowing Second Falls Barely Flowing Yellowstone Falls Barely Flowing Woodfin Falls Barely Flowing Upper Vernal Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Douglas Falk Barely Flowing Walker Falls Barely Flowing Flat Creek Falls Barely Flowing Grotto Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Ramsey Cascades Barely Flowing Wilson Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Hooker Falls Barely Flowing Pearsons Falls Barely Flowing Shoal Creek Falls Barely Flowing Turley Falls Barely Flowing Triple Falls Barely Flowing Highlands Falls Barely Flowing Linville Falls Barely Flowing Little Creek Falls Low Mingo Falls Low Lower Falls Barely Flowing Reedy River Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Mouse Creek Falls Barely Flowing Pelham Falls Low Raven Cliff Falls Barely Flowing Reems Creek Falls Barely Flowing Slicking Falls Barely Flowing Soco Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 86°F

Aft 92°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 90°F Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 78°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 82°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 86°F Sunny Best
Thu 88°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Biltmore Forest

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Soco Falls Strong · 553 cfs 81st percentile
  2. 2 High Falls Moderate · 79 cfs 49th percentile
  3. 3 Slatten Falls Moderate · 79 cfs 49th percentile
  4. 4 Fairfield Falls Moderate · 79 cfs 49th percentile
  5. 5 Onion Falls Moderate · 79 cfs 49th percentile
  6. 6 Maidenhair Falls Moderate · 79 cfs 49th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Biltmore Forest (16 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 Biltmore Forest (57 waterfalls)

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

20.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
43.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
38.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
35.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 84 Waterfalls Near Biltmore Forest

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South Carolina
Moderate
4.6 miles 800 ft
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South Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 50 ft
25 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 200 ft
3.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
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North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
46.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
46.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
46.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
46.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
42.8 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.0 miles 2,200 ft
45.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
24.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
8.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
8.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
45.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
15.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
24.6 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
25.2 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
27.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
41.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.6 miles 585 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Biltmore Forest

Are there free waterfalls near Biltmore Forest?

There are 52 free waterfalls near Biltmore Forest, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Biltmore Forest?

There are 16 easy waterfall hikes near Biltmore Forest, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Biltmore Forest?

There are 57 dog-friendly waterfalls near Biltmore Forest, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Biltmore Forest?

There are 55 kid-friendly waterfalls near Biltmore Forest, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Biltmore Forest?

There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near Biltmore Forest, including Courthouse Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Biltmore Forest?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Biltmore Forest?

The tallest waterfall near Biltmore Forest is Buckeye Falls at 475 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Biltmore Forest?

Yes, 81 waterfalls near Biltmore Forest have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Biltmore Forest?

The closest waterfall to Biltmore Forest is Reems Creek Falls, approximately 10.2 miles away.

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