Waterfall Hikes Near Charlotte, NC

1,427,444 residents
New York Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Charlotte sits low in the Piedmont, so waterfalls are scarce close in. Great Falls of Catawba is the nearest one worth driving to, about two miles of walking to reach the river ledges. Cedar Falls is a half-mile stroll and takes dogs. Three falls land inside the radius, which is why most Charlotte hikers point the car northwest toward the mountains when they want something bigger.

Located at 35.2083°N, -80.8303°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Charlotte

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

3 waterfalls near Charlotte have live flow data today

Great Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 88°F

Aft 97°F Sunny
Sat 98°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 90°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 85°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 88°F Sunny Best
Wed 91°F Sunny
Thu 95°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Charlotte

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Charlotte (1 waterfall)

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

Cedar Falls waterfall

Cedar Falls

16.6 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 3 Waterfalls Near Charlotte

Great Falls of Catawba waterfall

Great Falls of Catawba

25.6 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cedar Falls waterfall

Cedar Falls

16.6 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

22 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Charlotte

Are there free waterfalls near Charlotte?

There is 1 free waterfall near Charlotte, including Cedar Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Charlotte?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Charlotte, including Cedar Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Charlotte?

There is 1 kid-friendly waterfall near Charlotte, including Cedar Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Charlotte?

The shortest waterfall hike near Charlotte is Cedar Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Charlotte?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Charlotte has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Charlotte?

The closest waterfall to Charlotte is Great Falls of Catawba, approximately 32.8 miles away.

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