Waterfall Hikes Near Columbus, NC

1,087 residents
New York Time Zone
75 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Columbus? There are 75 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Columbus. 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 35.2656°N, -82.1976°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Columbus

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

75 of 75 gauged

75 waterfalls near Columbus have live flow data 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 Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Rock Creek Falls Moderate 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 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 Gordons Mill Falls Barely Flowing Great 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 Linville Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Reedy River Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Pelham Falls Low Raven Cliff Falls Barely Flowing Reems Creek Falls Barely Flowing Slicking Falls Barely Flowing Spivey Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 84°F

Aft 93°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 89°F Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 80°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 84°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 87°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Thu 92°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Columbus

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Maidenhair Falls Moderate · 70 cfs 38th percentile
  2. 2 Betsy Falls Moderate · 70 cfs 38th percentile
  3. 3 Thurston Hatcher Falls Moderate · 70 cfs 38th percentile
  4. 4 Twin Falls Moderate · 70 cfs 38th percentile
  5. 5 Onion Cliff Falls Moderate · 70 cfs 38th percentile
  6. 6 Onion Falls Moderate · 70 cfs 38th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Columbus (15 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.

45.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 120 ft
34.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Columbus (51 waterfalls)

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

41.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
35.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
35.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 75 Waterfalls Near Columbus

7.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
17.6 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
16.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
16.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
39 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 400 ft
19.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
45.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft
39.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
39.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
35.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft
23.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
25 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
4.6 miles 800 ft
25 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 200 ft
25 miles away
South Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 50 ft
13.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
13.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft
13.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
17.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
26.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
23.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Columbus

Are there free waterfalls near Columbus?

There are 45 free waterfalls near Columbus, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Columbus?

There are 15 easy waterfall hikes near Columbus, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Columbus?

There are 51 dog-friendly waterfalls near Columbus, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Columbus?

There are 50 kid-friendly waterfalls near Columbus, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Columbus?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Columbus, including Courthouse Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Columbus?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Columbus?

The tallest waterfall near Columbus is Raven Cliff Falls at 420 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Columbus?

Yes, 72 waterfalls near Columbus have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Columbus?

The closest waterfall to Columbus is Bradley Falls, approximately 4.1 miles away.

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