Waterfall Hikes Near Cullowhee, NC

6,715 residents
New York Time Zone
102 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cullowhee? There are 102 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cullowhee. 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 35.3097°N, -83.1816°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cullowhee

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

102 of 102 gauged

102 waterfalls near Cullowhee have live flow data today

Abrams Falls Barely Flowing Anna Ruby Falls Low Bald River Falls Moderate Bead and Lace Falls Barely Flowing Berties 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 Bend Falls Barely Flowing Kings Creek Falls Barely Flowing Spoonauger Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Rock Creek Falls Moderate Bird Rock Falls Barely Flowing Catheys Creek Falls Barely Flowing Connestee Falls Barely Flowing Dismal Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Schoolhouse Falls Barely Flowing Windy Falls Barely Flowing Whitewater Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Toxaway 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 Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Burningtown Falls Barely Flowing Cullasaja Falls Barely Flowing Dry Falls Barely Flowing Glen Falls Barely Flowing Highlands Falls Barely Flowing Satulah Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Moderate Toccoa Falls Moderate 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 Estatoah Falls Low Wilson Falls Low Timpson Falls Low Flat Creek Falls Barely Flowing Grotto Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Ramsey Cascades Barely Flowing Wilson Falls Barely Flowing Haynes Falls Low Hidden Falls Barely Flowing Isaqueena Falls Barely Flowing Sids Falls Barely Flowing High 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 Kennedy Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Queens Falls Moderate Mouse Creek Falls Low Raven Cliff Falls Low Reems Creek Falls Barely Flowing Slicking Falls Barely Flowing Stekoa Falls Barely Flowing Soco Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 86°F

Tod 89°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 89°F Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 80°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 84°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 86°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 88°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Cullowhee

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Kennedy Falls Moderate · 646 cfs 62nd percentile
  2. 2 Lower Falls Moderate · 646 cfs 62nd percentile
  3. 3 Queens Falls Moderate · 646 cfs 62nd percentile
  4. 4 Onion Cliff Falls Moderate · 106 cfs 60th percentile
  5. 5 High Falls Moderate · 106 cfs 60th percentile
  6. 6 Thurston Hatcher Falls Moderate · 106 cfs 60th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cullowhee (23 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.

8.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
12.9 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

All 102 Waterfalls Near Cullowhee

45.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
8.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
46.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
8.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
46.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
12.9 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
43.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
48.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
0.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
47.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
42.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
4.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
11.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
45.9 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
2.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
12.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft
13.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
46.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
46.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
1.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cullowhee

Are there free waterfalls near Cullowhee?

There are 62 free waterfalls near Cullowhee, including Bald River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cullowhee?

There are 23 easy waterfall hikes near Cullowhee, including Anna Ruby Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cullowhee?

There are 67 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cullowhee, including Anna Ruby Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cullowhee?

There are 71 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cullowhee, including Abrams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Cullowhee?

There are 6 waterfalls that allow swimming near Cullowhee, including Courthouse Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cullowhee?

The shortest waterfall hike near Cullowhee is Abrams Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Cullowhee?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cullowhee?

Yes, 102 waterfalls near Cullowhee have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cullowhee?

The closest waterfall to Cullowhee is Thurston Hatcher Falls, approximately 5.8 miles away.

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